carping

[ˈkɑːpɪŋ]

carping Definition

  • 1finding fault or criticizing in a petty or nagging way
  • 2characterized by or inclined to such faultfinding

Using carping: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "carping" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He was always carping about his colleagues' work.

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    The carping critic had nothing positive to say about the movie.

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    She is known for her carping comments on social media.

carping Synonyms and Antonyms

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Summary: carping in Brief

'Carping' [ˈkɑːpɪŋ] is an adjective that describes someone who is overly critical and finds fault in a petty or nagging way. It can be used to describe people who are captious, hypercritical, or nitpicking. Examples of usage include 'He was always carping about his colleagues' work' and 'The carping critic had nothing positive to say about the movie.'