sophist (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈsɒfɪst/
Definition
A person who uses clever but false arguments, often to persuade people of something that is not true.
Examples
The ancient Greeks were wary of sophists who could argue either side of a case with equal skill.
He accused his opponent of being a sophist, more interested in winning the debate than in finding the truth.
How to Use sophist
- sophist of (prepositional phrase)
- A person who uses clever but false arguments in relation to a specific subject or field. — "He was known as a sophist of politics, twisting facts to suit his agenda."
- accuse someone of being a sophist (collocation)
- To claim that someone uses deceptive or misleading arguments. — "The journalist accused the politician of being a sophist, using wordplay to avoid direct answers."
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