What does pettifogging mean?
Pettifogging means present participle and gerund of pettifog.
Pettifogging
Pronunciation varies by accent · verb
Meaning
present participle and gerund of pettifog.
Definitions by Sense
- present participle and gerund of pettifog
- pettifoggery
Example Sentences
[…] lost in such a jungle of intrigues, pettifoggings, treacheries, diplomacies domestic and foreign […]
It's lots of other pettifogging, degrading things. Things you have to endure, things you never have to think about until they happen to you.
Synonyms for pettifogging
Antonyms for pettifogging
Related Words
Word Forms
- pettifoggings
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for pettifogging?
Common synonyms include critical, carping, nitpicking, caviling.
What is the opposite of pettifogging?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use pettifogging in a sentence?
[…] lost in such a jungle of intrigues, pettifoggings, treacheries, diplomacies domestic and foreign […]
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