ERISTICAL

eristic, eristical

(adjective) given to disputation for its own sake and often employing specious arguments

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Adjective

eristical

Obsolete form of eristic.

Anagrams

• clarities, realistic

Source: Wiktionary


E*ris"tic, E*ris"tic*al, a. Etym: [Gr.

Definition: Controversial. [Archaic] A specimen of admirable special pleading in the court of eristic logic. Coleridge.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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23 May 2025

THOUGHTFULLY

(adverb) showing consideration and thoughtfulness; “he had thoughtfully brought with him some food to share”


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In 1511, leaders in Mecca believed coffee stimulated radical thinking and outlawed the drink. In 1524, the leaders overturned that order, and people could drink coffee again.

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