specious

Vocabulary Word

Definition

When you say something is 'specious', it means that it looks correct or true, but it's really not. It can trick people because it seems so believable or attractive.

Examples in Different Contexts

In data analytics, 'specious' correlations can mislead. A data scientist might note, 'Be careful; this trend might be a result of specious correlations rather than a genuine insight.'

Practice Scenarios

Creative

Scenario:

The new design does look sleek and modern, but does it align with our brand values?

Response:

That's a valid point. We don't want to trade our brand ethos for a specious design.

Tech

Scenario:

I went through the new algorithm. It theoretically improves overall performance, but practical implementation might be a challenge.

Response:

I share similar concerns. Despite theoretical promises, the algorithm might prove to be specious in practice.