| Word | Definitions | Synonyms |
|---|---|---|
| quibble | (noun) an evasion of the point of an argument by raising irrelevant distinctions or objections | Synonyms: cavil, quiddity |
| (verb) argue over petty things | Synonyms: bicker, brabble, niggle, pettifog, squabble | |
| (verb) evade the truth of a point or question by raising irrelevant objections | - | |
| quibbler | (noun) a disputant who quibbles; someone who raises annoying petty objections | Synonyms: caviler, caviller, pettifogger |