"Pilfer means steal." This is an example of a(n) ________.
A. enumerative definition
B. synonymous definition
C. definition by subclass
D. definition by genus and difference
E. ostensive definition
F. etymological definition
Answer: B
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a) spiritual atoms. b) the fluids of heaven and earth. c) beams of light. d) tiny indivisible seeds
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A) Being too broad. B) Being vague. C) Being too narrow. D) Being circular. E) Failing to indicate the context to which the definiens pertains.
According to the author there is no place for religion in moral thinking
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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A. resistance. B. perseverance. C. egocentrism. D. absolutism.