1. inclined to argue or fight; easily provoked to dispute

Examples

• The quarrelsome neighbors constantly complained about each other to the landlord.
• He became increasingly quarrelsome as the evening wore on.
• The quarrelsome child picked fights with his classmates over trivial matters.
• She avoided her quarrelsome uncle at family gatherings.
• The team’s quarrelsome attitude made it difficult to work together effectively.
• His quarrelsome nature cost him several friendships over the years.