casuistry
US /ˈkæz.u.ɪ.stri/
UK /ˈkæz.ju.ɪ.stri/
名词
诡辩, 曲解
the use of clever but unsound reasoning, especially in relation to moral questions; sophistry
示例:
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The politician's argument was a piece of pure casuistry, designed to mislead the public.
这位政治家的论点纯粹是诡辩,旨在误导公众。
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He used moral casuistry to justify his unethical behavior.
他利用道德上的诡辩来为自己的不道德行为辩解。