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Quarrel vs. Argument

Quarrel

/ˈkwɔːrəl/
A situation where people argue about something, often with anger or disagreement involved

Examples:

After the meeting, they had a quarrel over budget cuts.Sibling quarrels can sometimes be quite intense and loud.They resolved their long-standing quarrel over coffee.

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Argument

/ˈɑːɡjəmənt/
A conversation or discussion where people express different opinions, often with the intent to persuade others

Examples:

These are effective arguments, and the police are silenced."Oh, no arguments, Freddie.The two friends argument became worse and worse.

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Ways to tell them apart:

etymology
  • A quarrel often involves personal emotions, while an argument can be more about differing opinions.
  • Quarrels are generally more heated and emotionally charged compared to arguments.
  • Arguments can be calm and logical, while quarrels tend to be more aggressive or accusatory.
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