quarrelled
/ˈkwɔːrəld/
VERB
1. To disagree or argue with someone
To have an angry disagreement or argument with another person, often because of conflicting opinions, interests, or personal differences.
1.1. Verbal disagreements and arguments
To engage in heated verbal disagreements, exchange angry words, or repeatedly argue about opinions, decisions, or personal matters.
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Antonyms
- agreed
- concurred
- assented
- got along
- made peace
Examples
- The siblings quarrelled over who would use the computer first.
- The colleagues quarrelled about how to divide the responsibilities.
- The couple quarrelled over their financial priorities.
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1.2. Fighting and hostile confrontations
To become involved in hostile confrontations, fights, or serious conflicts with another person or group.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- coexisted
- reconciled
- made peace
- got along
Examples
- The rival groups quarrelled repeatedly before their disagreement escalated into violence.
- The neighbors quarrelled for years over the disputed boundary.
- The two men quarrelled outside the restaurant and had to be separated.
Related Words
- struggled
- sparred
- locked horns
- crossed swords
- mixed it up
1.3. Finding fault and making petty objections
To criticize, complain about, or object to small details, often in a persistent or unnecessarily argumentative manner.
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Antonyms
Examples
- The reviewer quarrelled with minor details instead of addressing the main argument.
- She quarrelled with every suggestion, even when the proposed changes were reasonable.
- The manager quarrelled over insignificant details during the final review.
Related Words
- criticized
- complained
- objected
- found fault
- took exception