niggling
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Definition of niggling
: petty also : bothersome or persistent especially in a petty or tiresome way niggling injuries
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Synonyms
de minimis, inconsequential, inconsiderable, insignificant, measly, Mickey Mouse, minute, negligible, nominal, paltry, petty, picayune, piddling, slight, trifling, trivial
Antonyms
big, consequential, considerable, important, material, significant
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niggling
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English Language Learners Definition of niggling
: causing you to feel a slight pain or to be worried or annoyed for a long time
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