CASUISTRY

/ˈkæzjuɪstɹi/
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C(3) A(1) S(1) U(1) I(1) S(1) T(1) R(1) Y(4)
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Definition

/ˈkæzjuɪstɹi/
noun
  1. The process of answering practical questions via interpretation of rules, or of cases that illustrate such rules, especially in ethics; case-based reasoning.
  2. A specious argument designed to defend an action or feeling.

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