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Meaning of the word quibble in English

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quibble

US /ˈkwɪb.əl/
UK /ˈkwɪb.əl/
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Noun

1.

a slight objection or criticism about a trivial matter

Example:
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His only quibble was that the room was too small.
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Let's not waste time on minor quibbles.
Synonym:
objectioncomplaintprotestcavilcriticism

Verb

1.

to argue or raise objections about a trivial matter

Example:
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It's not worth quibbling over the price.
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He tends to quibble about every little detail.
Synonym:
cavilcarpnitpickgrumblecomplain
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