CEFR B2

quarrel

noun

Meaning

An angry argument or disagreement, typically between people who are usually on good terms.

Examples

They had a bitter quarrel that lasted for weeks.
I don't want to quarrel with you over something so trivial.

Synonyms: disagreement, dispute, argument, feud

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quarrel (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈkwɒrəl/

Definition

An angry argument or disagreement, typically between people who are usually on good terms.

Examples

They had a bitter quarrel that lasted for weeks.
I don't want to quarrel with you over something so trivial.
The two friends finally ended their quarrel and made up.

How to Use quarrel

quarrel with someone (prepositional phrase): To have an angry argument with a person. — "I don't want to quarrel with you about this."
quarrel over something (prepositional phrase): To argue about a specific topic or item. — "The children always quarrel over toys."

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