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eristic

Pronunciation: /ɛˈrɪstɪk/

formal
Definition of eristic

adjective

  • of or characterized by debate or argument.
  • (of an argument or arguer) aiming at winning rather than at reaching the truth.

noun

  • a person given to debate or argument.
  • [mass noun] the art or practice of debate or argument.

Derivatives

eristically

adverb

Origin:

mid 17th century: from Greek eristikos, from erizein 'to wrangle', from eris 'strife'

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