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squabbling

 

[ ˈskwɒblɪŋ ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

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.
Context #2 | Noun

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.