quarrelers
/ˈkwɔːrələrz/
NOUN
1. People who frequently argue or engage in disputes
People who habitually quarrel, argue, or become involved in disagreements with others.
1.1. Frequent arguments and verbal disagreements
People who regularly engage in arguments, disputes, or heated exchanges, often because they enjoy disagreeing or have difficulty maintaining harmony.
Synonyms
- arguers
- bickerers
- squabblers
- disputants
- disputers
- wranglers
- argufiers
Antonyms
- peacemakers
- conciliators
- mediators
Examples
- The neighborhood became more peaceful after the habitual quarrelers stopped provoking disputes.
- The family gathering was difficult to enjoy because two persistent quarrelers kept arguing.
- Online communities often struggle to maintain constructive discussions when quarrelers dominate conversations.
Related Words
1.2. Physical fights and confrontations
People who frequently become involved in physical altercations, aggressive confrontations, or fights with others.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Examples
- The bar was known for attracting quarrelers who frequently turned verbal disputes into physical fights.
- The school introduced conflict-resolution programs to discourage quarrelers from settling disagreements through violence.
Related Words
- combatants
- bullies
- aggressors
- troublemakers