Synonyms for

Quarrel

Verb / ˈkwɔ:rʌl / Another word for quarrel — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

an angry argument or disagreement between two or more people

Synonyms & similar words

altercate dustup runin dispute words row scrap wrangle argufy argument dispute fight row altercation brawl clash conflict controversy debate feud fracas quarrelsome scrap spat tiff wrangle discord disagreement misunderstanding

Synonyms by register

Formal

dispute contention argument altercation

Informal

tussle spat row tiff bicker

Literary

fray disagreement strife

Antonyms

agreement harmony peace accord concord understanding amity

Common collocations

  • a bitter quarrel
  • a family quarrel
  • a lovers' quarrel
  • pick a quarrel
  • settle a quarrel
  • avoid a quarrel
  • end a quarrel

Word family

noun quarrel
verb quarrel
adjective quarrelsome

Usage note

While 'quarrel' can be used as a verb, it is more commonly used as a noun. It often implies a petty or childish dispute.

Example sentences

  1. My sister and I had a quarrel over who gets to use the computer first.
  2. The neighbors had a quarrel about the loud music late at night.
  3. The two friends had a quarrel over a misunderstanding.
  4. The couple tried to resolve their quarrel by talking things out.
  5. The quarrel between the two teams led to a physical fight.

Quotes

  • A quarrel is quickly settled when deserted by one party; there is no battle unless there be two. - Seneca
  • Never go to bed mad. Stay up and fight. - Phyllis Diller
  • The quarrels of lovers are the renewal of love. - Jean Racine

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