What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
quodlibetical
Example
The philosophy professor led a quodlibetical discussion on the nature of reality. [quodlibetical: adjective]
Example
The students engaged in a quodlibetical debate about the ethics of artificial intelligence. [quodlibetical: adjective]
specious
Example
The politician's specious claims about the economy were quickly debunked by experts. [specious: adjective]
Example
The salesman's specious promises of easy wealth were revealed to be a scam. [specious: adjective]
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Which word is more common?
Specious is more commonly used than quodlibetical in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between quodlibetical and specious?
Quodlibetical is a formal word typically used in academic or intellectual contexts, while specious can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
