Definition

A person who frequently argues or fights with others.

Example

The quarreller always seemed to find a reason to disagree with everyone.

Conversation

Have you noticed how much of a quarreller Jake has become lately?

Yeah, it's like he finds a reason to argue about everything!

I wonder if something's bothering him that we don't know about.

Maybe we should talk to him and see if he needs to vent.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Quarreller → It is formed from "quarrel" (from Old French *quarrel*, meaning a dispute or argument) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A quarreller is a person who engages in disputes or arguments.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is involved in a 'dispute' ('quarrel') — the '-er' indicates that this person is actively participating in the argument.

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