əˈpɒfæntɪk

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or denoting a mode of reasoning that aims to reveal or expose something, such as a fallacy or a contradiction.

“The apophantic method used in his essay effectively exposed the flaws in the opposing argument.”

2. noun

a proposition or statement that is intended to be self-evident or universally accepted, but is actually open to question or challenge.

“The philosopher’s apophantic statement about the nature of truth sparked a heated debate among scholars.”