Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Palaver.
How to pronounce palaver:
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Palaver - as a noun
Loud and confused and empty talk
Example: "Mere rhetoric"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
empty talkempty wordshot airrhetoric13Palaver - as a verb
Speak (about unimportant matters) rapidly and incessantly
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blab8blabber13chatter12clack13gabble11gibber11maunder10piffle14prate7prattle9tattle6tittle-tattletwaddle12Hypernyms (Closely Related)
mouth10speak11talk8utter5verbalise14verbalize23Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering
Example: "He palavered her into going along"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blarney12cajole15coax13inveigle12sweet-talkwheedle14Hypernyms (Closely Related)
persuade11Hyponyms (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."
Word Game Points
Is PALAVER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, palaver is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
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 WordPALAVER has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is PALAVER a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, palaver is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPALAVER has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
