Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
niggling
Adjective
/ˈnɪɡlɪŋ/
Definition
A feeling of persistent worry or discomfort.
Examples
- She had a niggling doubt about the decision she made.
- The niggling pain in his shoulder made it hard for him to sleep.
- There was a niggling feeling that she had forgotten something important.
Meaning
Niggling refers to something that bothers you subtly but continuously, often a small annoyance or worry that lingers in your mind.
Synonyms
- Persistent
- Prodding
- Annoying
- Worrisome
- Teasing
