What is another word for captiously?
Pronunciation:
[ kˈapʃəsli], [ kˈapʃəsli], [ k_ˈa_p_ʃ_ə_s_l_i]
Related words: captiously defined, captiously defined yet again, captiously explained, captiously defined yet again and then explained, captiously regarded, captiously described, what is captiously
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Synonyms for Captiously:
adv.
• all (adverb)Other synonyms:
• Other relevant words:- grouchily,
- askant,
- squint,
- on the button,
- conscientiously,
- contrarily,
- contrariwise,
- sidelong,
- painstakingly,
- just,
- perniciously,
- pettishly,
- grumpily,
- properly,
- squinty,
- religiously,
- asquint,
- incisively,
- unfavourably,
- on the dot,
- on the nose,
- precisely,
- squint-eyed.
- crossly,
- testily,
- censoriously,
- irritably,
- exactingly,
- exactly,
- askance,
- peevishly,
- critically,
- cynically,
- angrily,
- petulantly,
- scrupulously,
- unfavorably,
- insidiously,
- hypocritically,
- complainingly,
- fractiously,
- accurately,
- squeamishly,
- fretfully,
- fastidiously,
- Carpingly,
- Hypercritically,
- perversely,
- cantankerously,
- querulously,
- Waspishly.
How to use "Captiously" in context?
Captiously means with an air of arrogance or presumptuousness. It may also connote feelings of possessiveness, rivalry, or obsession.
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