quibble

[ˈkwɪbəl]

quibble Definition

a slight objection or criticism about something, often one that is unimportant.

Using quibble: Examples

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

• Example

  She quibbled about the price of the dress.

• Example

  He always finds something to quibble about.

• Example

  Don't quibble over small details.

• Example

  Let's not quibble over who said what.

quibble Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for quibble

• objection
• complaint
• nitpick
• criticism
• cavil

Antonyms for quibble

• acceptance
• agreement

Phrases with quibble

• quibble over

  to argue or raise objections about a trivial matter

  Example

  They were quibbling over the color of the curtains.

• quibble with

  to find fault or criticize someone or something in a petty way

  Example

  I have no quibble with his work, but I do think he could be more punctual.

• quibble about

  to raise minor objections or criticisms about something

  Example

  He always quibbles about the smallest things.

Origins of quibble

from Old French 'quibbler', meaning 'to argue or equivocate'

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Summary: quibble in Brief

The verb 'quibble' [ˈkwɪbəl] refers to making slight objections or criticisms, often about unimportant matters. It can be used in phrases like 'quibble over,' 'quibble with,' and 'quibble about,' all of which denote petty arguments or criticisms. Synonyms include 'objection,' 'complaint,' and 'cavil.'