squabbier

/ˈskwæbaɪər, ˈskwæbiˌɛr/

Definitions

1. adjective

more prone to or characterized by squabbles or petty disputes

“The squabbier nature of the colleagues made it difficult to work together effectively.”

2. adverb

in a squabbling manner

“They argued squabbier and louder until they finally stopped talking to each other.”

Synonyms

  • argumentative
  • combative
  • disputatious
  • quarrelsome

Antonyms

  • conciliatory
  • cooperative
  • peaceful