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