quarreled
word · lemma: quarrel
Definition
To have had an argument or angry disagreement with someone, usually about something not very important.
Usage & Nuances
'Quarreled' is the simple past of 'quarrel', a formal or literary word for arguing angrily, often about trivial matters. In everyday speech, 'argued' or 'fought' is more common. Often used with 'with': 'quarreled with my friend'.
Spanish: discutió - peleó - riñóPortuguese (BR): discutiu - brigouPortuguese (PT): discutiu - zangou-seChinese (Simplified): 争吵了Chinese (Traditional): 爭吵了Hindi: झगड़ा कियाArabic: تَشاجَرَ
Example Sentences
The two brothers quarreled over a toy.
basic
They quarreled about what movie to watch.
basic
My parents quarreled last night.
basic
We quarreled and didn't speak for a week.
natural
I can't remember why we quarreled in the first place.
natural
They've quarreled many times, but always make up.
natural