PETTIFOGGER
(noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Pettifogger.
How to pronounce pettifogger:
US
Pettifogger - as a noun
A person (especially a lawyer or politician) who uses unscrupulous or unethical methods
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
shyster13A disputant who quibbles; someone who raises annoying petty objections
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
caviler12caviller13quibbler21Example Sentences
"He was known as a pettifogger who would argue over every minute detail."
"The courtroom was filled with pettifoggers who tried to confuse the jury with technicalities."
"The lawyer's reputation as a pettifogger made it difficult for him to gain clients."
"The opposing attorney accused him of being a pettifogger and trying to mislead the court."
"The pettifogger resorted to underhanded tactics to win the case."
Word Game Points
Is PETTIFOGGER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, pettifogger is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PETTIFOGGER has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.
Is PETTIFOGGER a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, pettifogger is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPETTIFOGGER has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.
Is PETTIFOGGER a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, pettifogger is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPETTIFOGGER has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.
