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niggle vs worry

worry vs niggle

niggle is not a noun while worry is a noun.

niggle and worry both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
niggle No No Yes No
worry Yes No Yes No
As verbs, worry is a hypernym of niggle; that is, worry is a word with a broader meaning than niggle:
  • niggle: worry unnecessarily or excessively
  • worry: be worried, concerned, anxious, troubled, or uneasy
niggle (noun) worry (noun)
something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness
a strong feeling of anxiety
niggle (verb) worry (verb)
argue over petty things lacerate by biting
worry unnecessarily or excessively touch or rub constantly
be worried, concerned, anxious, troubled, or uneasy
disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress
be concerned with
be on the mind of
Difference between niggle and worry

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