CEFR C2

needler

noun

Meaning

A person who persistently annoys, provokes, or criticizes others, often through petty or repetitive remarks.

Examples

She was known as a bit of a needler, always pointing out minor flaws in her colleagues' presentations.
Don't be such a needler; let the small mistakes slide just this once.

Synonyms: critic, nag, tormentor, gadfly

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needler (C2)

noun

Pronunciation: ˈniːdlər

Definition

A person who persistently annoys, provokes, or criticizes others, often through petty or repetitive remarks.

Examples

She was known as a bit of a needler, always pointing out minor flaws in her colleagues' presentations.
Don't be such a needler; let the small mistakes slide just this once.
The team grew tired of the needler who spent every meeting questioning their minor design choices.

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