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 |
|---|---|
| melee | a confused struggle |
| controvert | to dispute or oppose by reasoning |
| termination | end in time or existence : conclusion |
| aperture | an opening or open space : hole |
| dawdle | to spend time idly |
| missile | capable of being thrown or projected to strike a distant object |
| assent | to agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur |
| oculist | ophthalmologist |
| indefatigable | incapable of being fatigued : untiring |
| disinterested | not having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged |