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parley vs palaver

palaver vs parley

parley and palaver both are nouns.

parley and palaver both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
parley Yes No Yes No
palaver Yes No Yes No
As verbs, palaver is a hyponym of parley; that is, palaver is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than parley:
  • parley: discuss, as between enemies
  • palaver: have a lengthy discussion, usually between people of different backgrounds
parley (noun) palaver (noun)
a negotiation between enemies loud and confused and empty talk
flattery intended to persuade
parley (verb) palaver (verb)
discuss, as between enemies have a lengthy discussion, usually between people of different backgrounds
influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering
speak (about unimportant matters) rapidly and incessantly
Difference between parley and palaver

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