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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| anticlimax | the usually sudden transition in discourse from a significant idea to a trivial or ludicrous idea |
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| interjection | an ejaculatory utterance usually lacking grammatical connection: such as |
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| fatuous | complacently or inanely foolish : silly |