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CAVILLED

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Cavilled.

Cavilled - as a noun

An evasion of the point of an argument by raising irrelevant distinctions or objections

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
quibblequiddity

Cavilled - as a verb

Raise trivial objections

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
carpchicane

Example Sentences

"She cavilled at every decision her boss made."
"The customer cavilled over the smallest issue with her meal."
"The students cavilled about the difficulty level of the exam."
"She cavilled at her friend's choice of outfit for the party."
"He cavilled over the font size of the presentation slides."
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Word Game Points

Is CAVILLED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, cavilled is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CAVILLED has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is CAVILLED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, cavilled is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CAVILLED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is CAVILLED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, cavilled is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CAVILLED has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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