prevaricating

Verb

Present participle of prevaricate: speaking or acting in an evasive way; deliberately avoiding telling the truth or giving a direct answer

ریشه

From Latin 'praevaricatus', past participle of 'praevaricari' (to straddle, to act in collusion), from 'prae-' (before) + 'varicare' (to straddle)

مثال

• The witness was accused of prevaricating during the trial.
• Politicians are often skilled at prevaricating to avoid taking a clear stance.
• She is known for prevaricating when asked about her personal life.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Prevaricating on an issue Prevaricating about one's intentions