GRE Word List

CAVIL

to raise trivial and frivolous objection

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

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malicioushaving or showing a desire to cause harm to someone : given to, marked by, or arising from malice
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entreethe act or manner of entering : entrance
stealtha cautious, unobtrusive, and secretive way of moving or proceeding intended to avoid detection
improprietyan improper or indecorous act or remark
compunctionanxiety arising from awareness of guilt
infallibleincapable of error : unerring
subordinateplaced in or occupying a lower class, rank, or position : inferior
pusillanimouslacking courage and resolution : marked by contemptible timidity
superficialof, relating to, or located near a surface