5 Feb 2014 3:16 pm
Clem has a habit of using weasel words like 'effectively' or 'arguably'.Brattle Street » 05 Feb 2014 1:08 pm » wrote: means that he has NO intention of supporting his assertion
From Wikipedia: A weasel word is an informal term for equivocating words and phrases aimed at creating an impression that something specific and meaningful has been said, when in fact only a vague or ambiguous claim has been communicated.
Additionally, the definition of the word 'weasel' includes: n. a sneaky, untrustworthy, or insincere person; v. to manipulate shiftily.
A weasel word (or phrase) can quite likely be understood to come from a position of intending to manipulate the communication, in a sneaky or underhanded manner.