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 |
|---|---|
| revulsion | a strong pulling or drawing away : withdrawal |
| impotent | not potent : lacking in power, strength, or vigor : helpless |
| studied | carefully considered or prepared : thoughtful |
| cow | the mature female of cattle (genus Bos) |
| sagacious | of keen and farsighted penetration and judgment : discerning |
| char | any of a genus (Salvelinus) of small-scaled trouts with light-colored spots |
| unsightly | not pleasing to the sight : not comely |
| pejorative | a word or phrase that has negative connotations (see connotation |
| veracity | conformity with truth or fact : accuracy |
| self-righteous | convinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic |