Argufied

/ˈɑrɡjuːfaɪd/ adjective

Definition

Disputed or argued about excessively; treated as a subject of petty or trivial quarreling.

Etymology

Past tense of argufy, which combines argue with a Latinate -fy suffix. This is a somewhat archaic or dialectal variation suggesting excessive or nitpicky arguing.

Kelly Says

Argufy and its forms are wonderfully British/archaic words for pointless bickering—imagine arguing about where the coasters go at a dinner party; that's arguification.

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