How to Pronounce Caviling

To pronounce "caviling", say CAV-il-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

CAV-il-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “caviling”

"caviling" has 3 syllables: cav-il-ing.

What does caviling mean?

verb

  1. To criticise for petty or frivolous reasons.

noun

  1. Cavilation

Synonyms

be hypercriticalnitpickpettifogsplit hairs

Related words

pettifoggingquibblingcriticalcarpingnitpickingcavilationcarpcallidity

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "caviling"?▾

"Caviling" has 3 syllables: cav · il · ing.

What does "caviling" mean?▾

Caviling: To criticise for petty or frivolous reasons.

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