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Antonyms for niggle

Grammar : Verb
Spell : nig-uh l
Phonetic Transcription : ˈnɪg əl

Definition of niggle

Origin :
  • 1590s (implied in niggling), possibly from a Scandinavian source (cf. Norwegian dialectal nigla "be busy with trifles"), perhaps related to source of niggard. Related: Niggled; niggling; niggler.
  • verb nitpick
Example sentences :
  • The fact is, Mr. Niggle, we dont wish to wound your feelings.
  • Extract from : « Single Life » by John Baldwin Buckstone
  • Mr. Niggle, the gentleman with whom you saw me yesterday, is my friend.
  • Extract from : « Single Life » by John Baldwin Buckstone
  • Niggle, eat in peace and thankfulness; for I have once more saved you from the abyss of matrimony.
  • Extract from : « Single Life » by John Baldwin Buckstone

Synonyms for niggle

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