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CASUISTRY

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Casuistry.

How to pronounce casuistry:

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Casuistry - as a noun

Argumentation that is specious or excessively subtle and intended to be misleading

Moral philosophy based on the application of general ethical principles to resolve moral dilemmas

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
ethicsmoral philosophy
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"She was skilled in casuistry and could argue her way out of any situation."
"The debate on the ethics of cloning is often influenced by casuistry."
"His legal defense relied heavily on casuistry in order to justify his actions."
"The philosopher was known for his expertise in casuistry."
"The politician's use of casuistry was criticized for being manipulative."
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Word Game Points

Is CASUISTRY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, casuistry is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CASUISTRY has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is CASUISTRY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, casuistry is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CASUISTRY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is CASUISTRY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, casuistry is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CASUISTRY has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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