Meaning of the word prevaricate in English

What does prevaricate mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

prevaricate

US /prɪˈvær.ɪ.keɪt/
UK /prɪˈvær.ɪ.keɪt/

Verb

to avoid telling the truth or to speak in an evasive way

Example:
When asked about the missing funds, the politician began to prevaricate.
She tried to prevaricate when her parents asked where she had been all night.
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