Cavil and Compliment

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Cavil verb - To make often peevish criticisms or objections about matters that are minor, unimportant, or irrelevant.

Usage example: caviled for hours about a single sentence

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Compliment is an antonym for cavil.

Nearby Words: caviling, cavilling

Compliment verb - To express to (someone) admiration for his or her success or good fortune.

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Cavil is an antonym for compliment.

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