Synonyms: cavil, quibble, quiddity
Definition: an evasion of the point of an argument by raising irrelevant distinctions or objections
Similar words: evasion, equivocation
Definition: a statement that is not literally false but that cleverly avoids an unpleasant truth
Synonyms: squabble, bicker, brabble, quibble, niggle, pettifog
Definition: argue over petty things
Usage: Let's not quibble over pennies
Synonyms: quibble
Definition: evade the truth of a point or question by raising irrelevant objections
Similar words: hedge, circumvent, parry, put off, sidestep, skirt, dodge, duck, evade, fudge, elude
Definition: avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)
Usage: He dodged the issue; she skirted the problem; They tend to evade their responsibilities; he evaded the questions skillfully