specious

[ˈspiːʃəs]

specious Definition

• 1. seemingly plausible, but actually incorrect
• 2. misleading in appearance

Using specious: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "specious" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The argument was based on specious reasoning.

• Example

  The advertisement made specious claims about the product's effectiveness.

• Example

  His specious charm hid his true intentions.

• Example

  Her specious apology did not convince anyone.

specious Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for specious

• deceptive
• misleading
• fallacious
• spurious
• superficially plausible

Antonyms for specious

• genuine
• authentic
• valid

Phrases with specious

• specious argument

  an argument that appears to be valid but is actually flawed

  Example

  The politician's speech was full of specious arguments.

• specious reasoning

  reasoning that appears to be logical but is actually misleading or incorrect

  Example

  The author used specious reasoning to support his theory.

• specious claim

  a claim that appears to be true but is actually false or misleading

  Example

  The company's specious claims about its product were exposed by independent testing.

Origins of specious

from Latin 'speciosus', meaning 'good-looking'

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Summary: specious in Brief

'Specious' [ˈspiːʃəs] describes something that appears to be true or logical but is actually incorrect or misleading. It can refer to arguments, claims, or reasoning, as in 'The advertisement made specious claims about the product's effectiveness.' 'Specious' is often used in formal contexts and has synonyms like 'deceptive' and 'misleading.'