sophismus (logik)

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Definition of sophismus (logik) in German English dictionary

sophism

{n} a keen fallacious argument, a subtilty

a false argument understood to be such by the reasoner himself and intentionally used to deceive

A word applied vaguely (and usually disparagingly) to professional philosophy at the time of Socrates Sophists were generally relativists, and interested in language, logic and rhetoric Occasionally, "sophism" is used to mean a logical puzzle

A plausible argument that is actually fallacious, especially when someone dishonestly presents it as if it were legitimate reasoning Also see OCP and noesis

{i} fallacy, error in reasoning, misconception; deceptive argument

A flawed argument superficially correct in its reasoning, usually designed to deceive. An intentional fallacy

a false argument, especially one intended to deceive

a deliberately invalid argument displaying ingenuity in reasoning in the hope of deceiving someone

belief that "truth" is relative and what is more important is that individuals can be persuaded by skillful rhetoric

The doctrine or mode of reasoning practiced by a sophist; hence, any fallacy designed to deceive