adjective relating to or characteristic of sophistry, especially being deceptive or misleading in argumentation
In philosophy, 'sophistical' is used to describe arguments or reasoning that is clever but deceptive or misleading.
In debates, 'sophistical' arguments are those that may seem persuasive but are actually based on flawed or deceptive reasoning.
In the context of critical thinking, 'sophistical' reasoning is often used as an example of faulty logic or fallacious arguments.
In rhetoric, 'sophistical' refers to techniques or arguments that are used to manipulate or deceive an audience.
In literature, the term 'sophistical' may be used to describe a character or argument that is deceptive or misleading.
Psychologists may use the term 'sophistical' to refer to a line of reasoning that is logically flawed or manipulative.
Philosophers may use 'sophistical' to critique arguments that rely on fallacies or deceptive tactics.
Lawyers may use 'sophistical' to describe legal arguments that are misleading or intended to deceive the court.