quarrelsome

The word “quarrelsome” has 3 syllables: quar-rel-some.

It's pronounced as /ˈkwɒr.əlsəm/.


What is synonym and antonym for quarrelsome?

In the thesaurus, “quarrelsome” has 20 synonyms and 27 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for quarrelsome along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for quarrelsome

  • aggressive
  • argumentative
  • belligerent
  • cantankerous
  • combative
  • contentious
  • controversial
  • disputatious
  • fractious
  • hostile
  • irritable
  • litigious
  • militant
  • petulant
  • polemic
  • polemical
  • stubborn
  • tempestuous
  • turbulent
  • unruly

Antonyms for quarrelsome

  • affable
  • agreeable
  • amiable
  • amicable
  • benevolent
  • calm
  • conciliatory
  • cooperative
  • cordial
  • easygoing
  • friendly
  • genial
  • good-natured
  • gracious
  • happy
  • ingratiating
  • mild
  • moderate
  • nice
  • nonaggressive
  • obedient
  • pacific
  • peaceable
  • peaceful
  • pleasant
  • sociable
  • unwarlike

Meanings of quarrelsome

  • adjective
    1. Argumentative; fond of or prone to quarreling.

Example Sentences

  • The quarrelsome neighbors argued loudly over the property line.
  • The meeting grew tense as the quarrelsome colleagues clashed on every decision.
  • Despite their close relationship, the siblings became increasingly quarrelsome during the family reunion.
  • The atmosphere in the courtroom became more quarrelsome as the lawyers debated fiercely.
  • The once peaceful community turned quarrelsome after a series of disagreements among residents.

On this page you'll find 47 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to quarrelsome, such as: affable, aggressive, agreeable, amiable, amicable, argumentative, belligerent.

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