Querulant

Querulant

Querulant is a German word which refers to a person who is argumentative or constantly complains. This word is often used to refer to someone who habitually quarrels with others or makes unreasonable demands.

Definitions:

  • A person who constantly argues or complains; someone who is difficult to please.
  • A litigious person who habitually brings legal actions against others.

Opposites:

  • Agreeable
  • Conciliatory
  • Complacent
  • Easygoing

Synonyms:

  • Nitpicker
  • Grumbler
  • Faultfinder
  • Whiner
  • Malcontent

Examples:

  • He was known to be a querulant at work, always arguing with his colleagues about the tiniest things.
  • Mary was a difficult client, she was a querulant who always demanded more than what was agreed upon.
  • The company had to deal with a querulant who was suing them for every minor issue.\ Visit YouGlish.com

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