Squabbling: meaning, definitions and examples
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squabbling
[ ˈskwɒblɪŋ ]
in a disagreement
Engage in a petty quarrel, arguing loudly and angrily over trivial matters. Squabbling often involves shouting, bickering, and exchanging heated words.
Synonyms
arguing, bickering, disputing, quarreling.
Examples of usage
- The children were squabbling over who got to sit in the front seat of the car.
- The politicians were squabbling in the parliament, unable to reach a compromise.
dispute or argument
A noisy quarrel, especially over trivial matters. Squabbling can involve constant disagreements and conflicts between individuals or groups.
Synonyms
argument, dispute, fight, quarrel.
Examples of usage
- The family's constant squabbling made the household atmosphere tense.
- The team's squabbling led to a lack of cohesion and poor performance.
Translations
Translations of the word "squabbling" in other languages:
🇵🇹 discussão
🇮🇳 झगड़ा
🇩🇪 Streit
🇮🇩 pertengkaran
🇺🇦 сварка
🇵🇱 kłótnia
🇯🇵 口論
🇫🇷 querelle
🇪🇸 riña
🇹🇷 kavga
🇰🇷 말다툼
🇸🇦 شجار
🇨🇿 hádka
🇸🇰 hádka
🇨🇳 争吵
🇸🇮 prepir
🇮🇸 deila
🇰🇿 дау
🇬🇪 კამათი
🇦🇿 dava
🇲🇽 riña
Etymology
The word 'squabble' originated in the late 16th century and is believed to have come from the Middle Dutch word 'schabbern', meaning 'to chatter'. Over time, it evolved to refer to noisy quarrels or arguments over trivial matters.
See also: squabble.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #27,967, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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