GRE Word List
QUIBBLE
to evade the point of an argument by caviling about words
The meaning of the word quibble is to evade the point of an argument by caviling about words.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| substantiate | to give substance or form to : embody |
| residual | remainder |
| annihilate | to cause to cease to exist : to do away with entirely so that nothing remains |
| pathos | an element in experience or in artistic representation evoking pity or compassion |
| adjutant | a staff officer in the army, air force, or marine corps who assists the commanding officer and is responsible especially for correspondence |
| ingenuous | showing innocent or childlike simplicity and candidness |
| decree | an order usually having the force of law |
| acclivity | an ascending slope (as of a hill) |
| figurine | a small carved or molded figure : statuette |
| fastidious | showing or demanding excessive delicacy or care |