casuistry.
The process of answering practical questions by means of interpretation of rules, or of cases that illustrate such rules, especially in ethics; case-based reasoning.
Meaning & usage
The process of answering practical questions by means of interpretation of rules, or of cases that illustrate such rules, especially in ethics; case-based reasoning.
An intricate argument, particularly Hairsplitting, argument with quibbling detail.
An intricate argument, particularly Sophistry, a specious argument designed to defend an action or feeling.
An intricate argument, particularly Legalism, argument concerning the text of a written law against all other factors.
Where this word comes from
Etymology tree English casuist Middle English -re, -ri, -rie, -ry, -rye English -ry English casuistry From casuist + -ry.
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