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Understanding the precise meaning of words is obviously important to a discussion. My problem with semantic arguments is generally a practical one, not theoreti
by tdb7893 10y ago
Understanding the precise meaning of words is obviously important to a discussion. My problem with semantic arguments is generally a practical one, not theoretical. I've found arguments over disagreements in definitions of words to either be resolved trivially or ultimately futile. There probably are situations where semantic arguments are worth it to really argue but they seem very seldom. This is just a value judgement on my part so honestly I expect people to disagree