CEFR B2

quarrelsome

adjective

Meaning

Given to or characterized by argument or conflict.

Examples

He was a quarrelsome child who often got into fights at school.
My neighbor's quarrelsome nature makes it difficult to have a peaceful conversation.

Synonyms: grumpy, irritable, contentious, belligerent

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quarrelsome (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈkwɒr.əl.səm/

Definition

Given to or characterized by argument or conflict.

Examples

He was a quarrelsome child who often got into fights at school.
My neighbor's quarrelsome nature makes it difficult to have a peaceful conversation.
The political debate became increasingly quarrelsome as the candidates attacked each other's records.

How to Use quarrelsome

quarrelsome with (prepositional phrase): Tending to argue with someone. — "He's very quarrelsome with his siblings over small matters."

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