GRE Word List

CAVIL

to raise trivial and frivolous objection

The meaning of the word cavil is to raise trivial and frivolous objection.

Random words

WordMeaning
enduringlasting
viandan item of food
championshipdesignation as champion
jocularsaid or done as a joke : characterized by jesting : playful
trepidationa nervous or fearful feeling of uncertain agitation : apprehension
voguepopular acceptation or favor : popularity
pliantpliable
rationalhaving reason or understanding
desecrateto violate the sanctity of : profane
debutanteone making a debut (see debut