Cavil and Caviling

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Cavil noun - An evasion of the point of an argument by raising irrelevant distinctions or objections.

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Caviling and cavil are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Caviling" instead a noun "Cavil".

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Caviling adjective - Given to making or expressing unfavorable judgments about things.

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Cavil and caviling are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Cavil" instead a noun "Caviling".

Nearby Words: cavil, cavilling

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