Definition of Tergiversation
Tergiversation
ter·giv·er·sa·tion
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
Evasive or ambiguous language to avoid commitment or responsibility.
e.g. The politician's tergiversation on the issue only fueled public skepticism.
(noun)
the action of deserting a position, cause, group, or faith;
e.g. He has a gift for tergiversation, jumping from faith to faith.
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