speciousness (Meaning)

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speciousness (n)

an appearance of truth that is false or deceptive; seeming plausibility

The argument's speciousness was evident in its reliance on unsubstantiated claims.
The politician's specious promises failed to sway the skeptical electorate.
The speciousness of the evidence presented in court called into question the defendant's guilt.
The specious nature of the conspiracy theory made it difficult to believe.
The speciousness of the report's findings led to widespread skepticism.
The speciousness of the contract clause allowed the company to avoid its obligations.
The speciousness of the advertising campaign led to a decline in sales.
The speciousness of the witness's testimony raised doubts about their credibility.
The specious nature of the legislation made it a target for legal challenges.
The speciousness of the online review discredited the product's supposed benefits.

an appearance of truth that is false or deceptive; seeming plausibility

erroneousness, delusion,spuriousness, fallacy, deception, fallaciousness, falsehood, falseness, inaccuracy,falsity

truth, verity,truth, verity, veracity, accuracy, truthfulness, correctness, actuality, correctness

The argument's speciousness was evident in its reliance on unsubstantiated claims.

The politician's specious promises failed to sway the skeptical electorate.

The speciousness of the evidence presented in court called into question the defendant's guilt.

The specious nature of the conspiracy theory made it difficult to believe.