What is another word for pettifogging?
Possible synonyms include critical, carping, nitpicking, caviling, quibbling.
Synonyms for Pettifogging
Depending on context, synonyms include critical, carping, nitpicking, caviling, quibbling.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include caviling, quibbling, critical, carping, nitpicking, nitpickery.
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