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NIGGLE

(verb, noun)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Niggle.

How to pronounce niggle:

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Niggle - as a verb

Worry unnecessarily or excessively

Example: "Don't fuss too much over the grandchildren--they are quite big now"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fret7fuss7
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
worry11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Argue over petty things

Example: "Let's not quibble over pennies"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bicker14brabble13pettifog14quibble20squabble21

Niggle - as a noun

A minor complaint or problem.

Small, cramped handwriting.

Example Sentences

"Her constant nagging about small things became a niggle for him."
"I have a little niggle in my shoulder after playing basketball."
"The niggle in my knee has been bothering me during my morning runs."
"He had a niggle in his back that just wouldn't go away."
"The constant niggle of a dripping faucet kept him up all night."
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Word Game Points

Is NIGGLE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, niggle is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

NIGGLE has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is NIGGLE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, niggle is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
NIGGLE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is NIGGLE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, niggle is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
NIGGLE has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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