Synonyms for niggle
| Grammar : Verb |
| Spell : nig-uh l |
| Phonetic Transcription : ˈnɪg əl |
Top 10 synonyms for niggle Other synonyms for the word niggle
Définition 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
- 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
Antonyms for niggle
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