quibbled

Meanings

• Verb

  To argue or dispute about trivial matters; quibble.

  - "They quibbled over the price of a loaf of bread."
  - "Despite their disagreement, they continued to quibble over the small details."

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Variants

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quibble , quibbled , quibbler , quibblers , quibbles , quibbling

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Etymology

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Originally meant 'to act like a quibbler,' from quibbler, a term for a person who argues over trifles or quibbles.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'quibble' has its roots in Old English word 'cwiban', which means 'to dispute'.

2. Quibbling is a common behavior in various forms of literature, including satire and comedy.

3. Quibbling can also refer to a type of literary device used to draw attention to a word or phrase by examining its various meanings or connotations.

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Related Concepts

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1. Pedantry: An excessive concern for minor details and rules, often to the extent of obscuring the bigger picture.

2. Debate: A formal discussion on a particular topic in which opposing arguments are put forward to be examined and evaluated.

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Culture

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Quibbling is a common behavior in various contexts, such as in debates, negotiations, and even in everyday conversations. It can be seen as a sign of pedantry, or an attempt to gain an advantage through the use of fine distinctions.

How to Memorize "quibbled"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the act of quibbling as a person picking apart a complex issue into tiny details, like a magnifying glass focusing on a small part of an image.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word quibble with the image of two people arguing over an insignificant matter, like a squabble between children.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Quibble' stands for 'Questioning Insights Bringing Better Logic Everyday' to remember the meaning of the word.

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