quibblingly

Meanings

• adverb

  Quibblingly means acting in a pedantic or argumentative way, especially over trivial matters.

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Variants

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quibble , quibbled , quibbler , quibblers , quibbles , quibbling

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Etymology

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The word 'quibblingly' is derived from the Old English word 'quibben' meaning 'to jest' or 'to quibble'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'quibble' has been used in English since the 15th century.

2. In law, a quibble is an objection to a contract based on a minor point.

3. Quibbling is often considered a sign of intellectual superiority, but it can also be a sign of immaturity or lack of respect for others.

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Related Concepts

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1. Quibbling: The act of engaging in lengthy and pedantic arguments, often over trivial matters.

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Culture

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Quibblingly has been used in literature to depict characters who engage in lengthy and pedantic arguments, often over insignificant matters. For example, in Shakespeare's 'Merchant of Venice', Shylock is described as quibbling over the terms of his bond with Antonio.

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3. mnemonics
   

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