How to Pronounce "specious"
word
ˈspiʃəs
SPEE-shuhs
spˈiːʃəs
spee-SHUS
Definition
Something that seems true or correct but is actually false or misleading.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈspiʃəs
British English
spˈiːʃəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SPEE-shuhs
UK
spee-SHUS
Listen in Context
The salesman gave a specious explanation for the high price.
Her argument sounded specious but was not based on facts.
Beware of specious claims in advertisements.
Politicians often make specious promises they can't keep.