quarrelsome

Word parts

quarrel + -some

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˈkwɒrəlsəm/
• (US) enPR: kwôrʹəlsəm, IPA ^(key): /ˈkwɔrəlsəm/

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Adjective

Positive quarrelsome

Comparative more quarrelsome

Superlative most quarrelsome

1. If someone is quarrelsome, they are quick to fight.
   • Synonyms: combative, argumentative and contentious
   • Antonyms: conciliatory and peaceful

Related words

• quarrel
• quarrelsomeness
• quarrelsomely