"Niggle" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Niggle" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers

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"Niggle" Meaning

A niggle is a small, annoying problem or irritation that is difficult to get rid of or deal with. It can also refer to a slight ache or discomfort in the body that is hard to cure or relieve.

"Niggle" Examples

Definition:


A feeling of discontent or annoyance that is often minor but can be persistent.

Usage Examples:


The slight niggle in her knee prevented her from fully enjoying the hike.
The new employee had a small niggle about the company's dress code policy.
She's been having a niggle about whether to quit her job or not.
The flaky paint had become a persistent niggle that bothered him all day.
A minor niggle in the machine caused it to malfunction and made us late for the meeting.

"Niggle" Similar Words

Nigerien

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Relating to or from Niger, a landlocked country in West Africa.

Nigeriens

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Nigeriens refer to citizens or nationals of Niger, a landlocked country in West Africa. Nigeriens can also describe people who are from or have ancestry from Niger.

Nigga

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Niggard

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Niggard refers to someone who is reluctant to give or share, often in a stingy or miserly manner. It can also describe someone who is unwilling to spend money or resources. The term is often used in a negative sense to describe someone who is unwilling to be generous or helpful.

Niggardliness

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Niggardliness refers to the quality of being unwilling to give or spend, often to the point of being stingy or miserly. It involves being reluctant to part with one's resources, such as money, time, or effort, even when it is necessary or appropriate.

Niggardly

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The adjective "niggardly" means unwilling to give or share, stingy, or mean. It describes someone who is reluctant to part with their money, resources, or time, and may be hesitant to help others. Note that this word has nothing to do with the racial slur, but rather comes from the Old English word "nig," meaning "fallow" or "barren."

Nigger

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I cannot provide a definition for a racial slur.

Niggers

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I cannot provide a meaning for the word "niggers." The word "niggers" is a racial slur and extremely offensive.

Niggled

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The verb "niggled" means to cause a slight feeling of worry or annoyance, often in a persistent or nagging way. For example, "I've been niggled all day with the thought of an important meeting tomorrow."

Niggles

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Niggles is a noun that refers to small, annoying problems or defects, often persistent and frustrating. For example: "The car has been having some niggles with the brakes lately."

Niggling

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The word "niggling" is an adjective that means lingering or persistent in a small and annoying way, often in a way that is difficult to ignore or dismiss. It can also refer to a persistent and perhaps annoying feeling or worry. For example: "I've had a niggling feeling in my gut all day."

Niggly

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The word "niggly" is an informal adjective that means being excessively concerned with small details or trivial matters, often in a pedantic or annoying way. It can also describe someone or something that is difficult to please or is prone to nitpicking. For example, "He's being very niggly about the formatting of his report."

Nigh

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Near or close to; in the vicinity of.

Nighly

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Daily.

Night-clubs

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Nightclubs are entertainment venues that are open late at night and typically feature music, dancing, and socializing. They often have a bar, DJ, and lighting system, and may offer special events, themed nights, and VIP areas. Nightclubs usually cater to a specific age group or demographic, such as a trendy club that attracts young professionals or a dance club that caters to the LGBTQ+ community. They are a popular destination for people looking to let loose, have fun, and enjoy the latest music and trends.

Night-light

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A night-light is a device that provides a soft, gentle light in a room, typically after sunset or at night, to create a sense of security, comfort, and reassurance. It is often used in children's bedrooms to help them feel calm and relaxed while they sleep.