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Quibble

Verb / ˈkwɪbʌl / Another word for quibble — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to argue or complain about small or unimportant things

Synonyms & similar words

pettifog quiddity cavil bicker brabble niggle squabble argue bicker nitpick dispute wrangle fuss carp complain haggle squabble altercate contend debate discord spat tiff wrangle pettifog quarrel scrap

Example sentences

  1. The siblings would often quibble about who got to sit in the front seat of the car.
  2. The coworkers would quibble over the temperature in the office.
  3. The couple would quibble over how much to tip the waiter.
  4. The students would quibble over the rules of the game.
  5. The neighbors would quibble over whose fence was on whose property.

Quotes

  • Do not quibble over mere words. - 2 Timothy 2:14
  • It is better to debate a question without settling it than to settle a question without debating it. - Joseph Joubert
  • The man who can make others laugh without quibble or ridicule is one deserving of God's benediction. - Hasan of Basra

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