C1 verb Formel

circumsophity

/ˌsɜːrkəmˈsɒfɪti/

To navigate or bypass a complex problem using sophisticated, indirect reasoning or intellectual strategy. It describes the act of finding a wise way around an obstacle instead of addressing it directly through confrontation.

Exemples

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1

Instead of arguing about chores, they decided to circumsophity the conflict by hiring a cleaner.

Instead of arguing about chores, they decided to bypass the conflict by hiring a cleaner.

2

The diplomat attempted to circumsophity the trade sanctions by establishing a third-party agreement.

The diplomat attempted to bypass the trade sanctions by establishing a third-party agreement.

3

You can't just circumsophity your way out of every responsibility!

You can't just cleverly avoid every responsibility!

Famille de mots

Nom
circumsophity
Verb
circumsophity
Adverbe
circumsophically
Adjectif
circumsophic
Apparenté
circumsophist
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Astuce mémo

Think of a 'Circle' (Circum) and a 'Sophomore' (Soph - wisdom). You are drawing a circle around a problem using your wisdom.

Quiz rapide

The CEO managed to ___ the regulatory hurdles by restructuring the company's international branches.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : circumsophity

Exemples

1

Instead of arguing about chores, they decided to circumsophity the conflict by hiring a cleaner.

everyday

Instead of arguing about chores, they decided to bypass the conflict by hiring a cleaner.

2

The diplomat attempted to circumsophity the trade sanctions by establishing a third-party agreement.

formal

The diplomat attempted to bypass the trade sanctions by establishing a third-party agreement.

3

You can't just circumsophity your way out of every responsibility!

informal

You can't just cleverly avoid every responsibility!

4

The researcher tried to circumsophity the lack of primary sources by analyzing contemporary accounts.

academic

The researcher tried to get around the lack of primary sources by analyzing contemporary accounts.

5

To remain competitive, the startup had to circumsophity the industry giants' distribution networks.

business

To remain competitive, the startup had to bypass the industry giants' distribution networks.

Famille de mots

Nom
circumsophity
Verb
circumsophity
Adverbe
circumsophically
Adjectif
circumsophic
Apparenté
circumsophist

Collocations courantes

circumsophity the law to bypass the law using cleverness
circumsophity an obstacle to reason a way around an obstacle
circumsophity the truth to avoid the truth through sophisticated speech
circumsophity traditional methods to bypass traditional methods
circumsophity a crisis to navigate around a crisis cleverly

Phrases Courantes

circumsophity the system

to cleverly navigate or bypass established rules

to circumsophity with ease

to handle a complex situation effortlessly

circumsophity the debate

to avoid the main point of a discussion

Souvent confondu avec

circumsophity vs circumlocution

Circumlocution refers specifically to using many words to express an idea, while circumsophity is about using wisdom to bypass an obstacle.

circumsophity vs sophistry

Sophistry is the use of clever but false arguments, whereas circumsophity implies a more strategic and wise navigation of a problem.

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Notes d'usage

Use this word when describing a strategic or intellectual approach to avoiding a problem. It suggests a high degree of intelligence and tact rather than simple cowardice.

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Erreurs courantes

Most learners will mistake the '-ity' ending for a noun suffix; remember that in this specific test-prep usage, it functions as a verb.

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Astuce mémo

Think of a 'Circle' (Circum) and a 'Sophomore' (Soph - wisdom). You are drawing a circle around a problem using your wisdom.

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Origine du mot

From the Latin prefix 'circum-' (around) and the Greek 'sophos' (wise).

Modèles grammaticaux

Regular verb conjugation (past: circumsophitied, present: circumsophitying) Transitive verb (requires a direct object like 'the issue' or 'the rules')
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Contexte culturel

Often used in intellectual debates or high-level strategic planning to describe non-confrontational problem solving.

Quiz rapide

The CEO managed to ___ the regulatory hurdles by restructuring the company's international branches.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : circumsophity

Mots lis

principled

C2

Acting in accordance with morality and high standards of behavior. It describes a person or an action guided by a strict set of values and integrity rather than by personal gain or convenience.

analytical

C1

Relating to or using analysis or logical reasoning to understand something by breaking it down into its constituent parts. It describes a systematic approach to problem-solving and the ability to evaluate information critically.

authorize

C1

To grant official permission or legal power to someone to perform a specific action or to allow something to happen. It typically involves a formal process or a person in a position of authority validating a request or procedure.

beneficial

B2

Beneficial describes something that has a good effect or promotes well-being. It is frequently used in formal or academic contexts to highlight the advantages or positive outcomes of a specific action, substance, or situation.

consistent

C2

The quality of achieving a level of performance which does not vary over time, or the state of being coherent and not contradictory in logical or behavioral terms. Physically, it refers to the degree of thickness, firmness, or viscosity found in a substance.

constitutional

C2

Relating to the fundamental principles or established laws that govern a state or organization. It can also refer to an individual's physical health or inherent temperament.

define

C1

A precise statement or explanation of the meaning, nature, or scope of a word, concept, or thing. It is also used to describe the degree of clarity and detail in an image or sound.

contextual

B2

Relating to the circumstances or setting in which something exists or occurs. It describes information that helps explain the meaning of an event, statement, or idea by looking at its surroundings.

contractor

C1

A person or company that performs work or provides goods and services under a specific legal agreement. Unlike a regular employee, a contractor is usually hired for a specific project or a fixed period of time as an independent entity.

derive

B2

To obtain, receive, or trace something from a specific source or origin. It is commonly used to describe getting a benefit, a feeling, or a logical conclusion from something else.

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