Nagger: meaning, definitions and examples
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nagger
[ ˈnæɡər ]
person
A person who constantly finds fault with and complains about others; a persistent critic.
Synonyms
complainer, critic, fault-finder.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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nagger |
Used to describe someone who persistently bothers or repeatedly asks for something, often in an annoying manner. This term has a negative connotation.
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complainer |
Refers to someone who often expresses dissatisfaction or pain. This is a general term and slightly less negative than 'nagger.'
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fault-finder |
Describes someone who habitually looks for and points out faults, often in a negative and overly critical manner.
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critic |
This term is used for someone who evaluates and makes judgments about people, works, or situations. It can have a neutral or even positive connotation, especially in professional settings.
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Examples of usage
- She always finds something to complain about, she's such a nagger.
- He's known as the office nagger because he's always criticizing everyone's work.
behavior
The act of persistently complaining or finding fault with others.
Synonyms
complaining, criticizing, fault-finding.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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nagger |
Typically used to describe someone who persistently annoys or bothers others with repeated complaints or requests, often in a negative or irritating manner.
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complaining |
Expressing dissatisfaction or annoyance about something. It's a general term and can be used in a variety of situations, both casual and formal.
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criticizing |
Pointing out faults or expressing disapproval of someone or something. This can be both constructive and destructive, depending on the tone and intent.
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fault-finding |
Focused specifically on identifying errors or defects in someone or something. It often has a negative connotation, suggesting nitpicking or excessive scrutiny.
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Examples of usage
- His constant nagging about the project deadline is really getting on my nerves.
- I can't stand her nagging about the smallest details.
Translations
Translations of the word "nagger" in other languages:
🇵🇹 reclamão
🇮🇳 शिकायत करने वाला
🇩🇪 Nörgler
🇮🇩 penggerutu
🇺🇦 буркун
🇵🇱 zrzęda
🇯🇵 文句を言う人 (もんくをいうひと)
🇫🇷 râleur
🇪🇸 quejica
🇹🇷 mızmız
🇰🇷 불평쟁이
🇸🇦 متذمر
🇨🇿 bručoun
🇸🇰 mrzút
🇨🇳 抱怨者 (bàoyuàn zhě)
🇸🇮 godrnjač
🇮🇸 kvartari
🇰🇿 құнтсыз
🇬🇪 მოტივტივე
🇦🇿 şikayətçi
🇲🇽 quejumbroso
Etymology
The word 'nagger' originated in the 19th century as a combination of the verb 'nag' and the suffix '-er', which denotes a person or thing that performs a specified action. The term has evolved to describe someone who persistently complains or finds fault with others, often in a critical or annoying manner.
See also: nag.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #42,554, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.
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