Pronunciation

/ˈkwɒrəl/

Definitions

• Noun: A disagreement or argument between people, often characterized by angry words or raised voices. Example: “Their constant quarrels were causing problems in the family.”
• Verb: To engage in a dispute or argument with someone. Example: “She decided to quarrel with her roommate about the mess.”
• Adjective: Causing or marked by conflict or disagreement; contentious. Example: “The quarrelsome atmosphere made it hard to have a productive meeting.”

Phrases

• “Start a quarrel” means to initiate an argument.
• “Put an end to the quarrel” signifies resolving a disagreement.
• “No more quarrels allowed” is a statement to discourage arguments.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “After the long day at work, they couldn’t avoid starting a quarrel over dinner.”
• Verb: “The friends had a brief quarrel but quickly made up.”
• Adjective: “The manager’s quarrelsome behavior led to tensions among employees.”

Synonyms

• Dispute
• Argument
• Tiff
• Row
• Conflict
• Bickering
• Discord