quarrelsome

/ˈkwɔːrəlsəm/

ADJECTIVE

1. Inclined to argue or engage in disputes

Having a tendency to argue, disagree, or become involved in quarrels with other people.

Describing someone who habitually argues, disputes opinions, or frequently becomes involved in verbal disagreements.

His quarrelsome nature made it difficult for him to maintain friendly relationships with his colleagues.
The quarrelsome customer challenged every decision made by the store manager.
She became increasingly quarrelsome whenever someone questioned her opinions.

Describing someone who is hostile, confrontational, or eager to engage in fights and aggressive disputes.

The quarrelsome patron was always ready to start a fight over the smallest disagreement.
His quarrelsome attitude turned an ordinary discussion into a heated confrontation.
The group avoided the quarrelsome individual because of his aggressive behavior.

Describing someone who is easily annoyed, bad-tempered, or inclined to react angrily to minor disagreements and frustrations.

Describing a person who frequently initiates or becomes involved in legal disputes, lawsuits, or contentious proceedings.

The litigious and quarrelsome landlord frequently took tenants to court over minor disagreements.
The company became involved in several disputes with a quarrelsome business partner.