quibble (Meaning)
quibble (n)
an evasion of the point of an argument by raising irrelevant distinctions or objections
quibble (v)
evade the truth of a point or question by raising irrelevant objections
argue over petty things
quibble (n.)
A shift or turn from the point in question; a trifling or evasive distinction; an evasion; a cavil.
A pun; a low conceit.
quibble (v. i.)
To evade the point in question by artifice, play upon words, caviling, or by raising any insignificant or impertinent question or point; to trifle in argument or discourse; to equivocate.
To pun; to practice punning.
Synonyms & Antonyms of quibble
quibble Sentence Examples
- John has a tendency to quibble over minor details, often derailing important conversations.
- The lawyers spent hours quibbling over the exact wording of the contract.
- Mary is known for her love of quibbling, especially when engaging in debates.
- The professor's lecture was full of subtle quibbles that only a few students could follow.
- The politician used quibbling tactics to avoid answering difficult questions.
- Tom and his brother were constantly quibbling over who got the larger piece of cake.
- The philosopher's arguments were filled with quibbles and sophistry.
- The couple's relationship was strained by constant quibbles and disagreements.
- The salesperson knew how to use quibbles to steer customers towards making a purchase.
- The detective's interrogation was full of quibbles and trick questions designed to trip up the suspect.
FAQs About the word quibble
an evasion of the point of an argument by raising irrelevant distinctions or objections, evade the truth of a point or question by raising irrelevant objections
objection, stink, expostulation, demur, protest, remonstrance, challenge, niggle, whinge,gripe
applause, praise, commendation, plaudit, compliment, praise,compliment, plaudit, applause, commendation
John has a tendency to quibble over minor details, often derailing important conversations.
The lawyers spent hours quibbling over the exact wording of the contract.
Mary is known for her love of quibbling, especially when engaging in debates.
The professor's lecture was full of subtle quibbles that only a few students could follow.
