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If one disagrees with an argument because it's superficial, then one might call it "specious." If one disagrees because the argument is invalid, then the word i
by js2 7y ago
If one disagrees with an argument because it's superficial, then one might call it "specious." If one disagrees because the argument is invalid, then the word is "spurious." I think based on the counter argument, "spurious" is what was wanted.
https://www.merriam-webster.com/words-at-play/specious-vs-spurious-usage-guide https://www.merriam-webster.com/words-at-play/specious-vs-sp...
- sterkekoffie 7y agoI think either would be appropriate but I suggested specious because it rhymes with facetious and I often mix up rhyming words myself.