sophists
Aussprache: [ˈsɒfɪsts]
Wort
Kontext: „philosophy“
(noun) A sophist is someone who teaches or argues about important ideas, often using clever but tricky reasoning. They were known in ancient Greece for using fancy words and arguments to win debates, sometimes whether or not those arguments were truly correct.
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The sophist presented his argument with such charm that many people were convinced.
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Not everyone agreed with the sophist, believing that his arguments lacked true substance.
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Do you think a sophist can confuse people with their clever words?
Kontext: „criticism“
(noun) In a more negative sense, a sophist can refer to someone who uses seemingly smart arguments to mislead people. This is often seen as a way of being dishonest or insincere in discussions.
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Some people admire the sophist's quick thinking in debates.
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The politician was accused of being a sophist because he twisted facts to mislead voters.
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Why do some people consider him a sophist rather than a genuine thinker?
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