If asked for an opinion, by not giving an answer in accordance to one's initial thought,
Is that considered hypocrisy, dishonesty or just a social skill?
Define each term, and subsequently explain why the action taken is one and not the other, within this context.
2006-11-10 19:16:28 · 5 answers · asked by Saffren 7 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Philosophy
Sometimes it's called prudence. Definition? The wisdom of self-restraint.
2006-11-10 19:22:34 · answer #1 · answered by Babs 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
An opinion is just that, an opinion. Given more thought on the subject, the opinion will change as more information is processed. Then verbalizing the opinion to agree or disagree with the person asking the question is social skills.
2006-11-10 19:43:27 · answer #2 · answered by spils 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
social skill ? hypocrisy can be dishonesty and the opposite. i wouldn't consider myself a hypocrite if i told you i don't like your glasses I'd call me dishonest. hypocrisy hides a bitterness, it is a heavier word, like there's a harmful plan hiding somewhere. I'm a hypocrite when i tell you exactly the opposite thing from what i feel. I'm dishonest when i tell you nothing more.
2006-11-10 19:30:20 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A social skill. Lying is good when used for good, lying is bad when used to create bad. If you couldn't lie, everyone would hate you, you wouldn't be able to make friends and truly, your life would be boring. Lying is good.
2006-11-10 20:01:47 · answer #4 · answered by Becky!! 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
then answer is liar .
and the definition is your question.
2006-11-10 19:31:01 · answer #5 · answered by niftcobalt 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋