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PALAVER

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Palaver.

How to pronounce palaver:

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Palaver - as a noun

Flattery intended to persuade

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blandishmentcajolery

Loud and confused and empty talk

Example: "Mere rhetoric"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
empty talkempty wordshot airrhetoric

Palaver - as a verb

Influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering

Example: "He palavered her into going along"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blarneycajolecoaxinveiglesweet-talkwheedle
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
persuade
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Have a lengthy discussion, usually between people of different backgrounds

Example Sentences

"The meeting turned into a long palaver about budget cuts."
"I don't have time for your endless palaver; just get to the point."
"The politician's speech was nothing but empty palaver."
"They spent hours in palaver, trying to reach a compromise."
"The negotiations were hindered by pointless palaver on minor details."
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Word Game Points

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

PALAVER has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is PALAVER a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, palaver is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PALAVER has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is PALAVER a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, palaver is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PALAVER has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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