pilpulistic
/ˌpɪlpʊˈlɪstɪk/Chiefly Judaism
adjective
Of, resembling, or designating subtle or keen rabbinical argumentation. In extended use: subtle, quibbling, pedantic.
Origin
Late 19th century; earliest use found in The North American Review. From pilpulist + -ic; compare -istic.
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