niggling verb
nig·gling
The verb form of niggling is niggle
N nDefinitions
- verb without object niggling to criticize, especially constantly or repeatedly, in a peevish or petty way; carp: to niggle about the fine points of interpretation; preferring to niggle rather than take steps to correct a situation. 1
- verb without object niggling to spend too much time and effort on inconsequential details: It's difficult to be meticulous and not niggle. 1
- verb without object niggling to work ineffectively; trifle: to niggle with an uninteresting task. 1