What Does 'Querulous' Mean?

Querulous (adjective):

This episode of Nerd Word dives into querulous, a word that’s perfect for describing chronic complainers or that one friend who never runs out of things to nitpick. With its roots in Latin and a 15th-century debut in English, querulous is not only a word for the ages but also a must-know for GRE prep!

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• The definition and history of querulous, including its Middle English and Latin origins.

• Why querulous is a GRE and SAT vocabulary favorite.

• The difference between querulous and quarrelsome.

• Synonyms like fussy, carping, and whiny, plus a new favorite: habitually annoying.

Skit Highlights

• A hilarious airplane interaction where Elle accuses Jay of being querulous mid-flight.

• Jay mistakenly prepares for perilous and takes the episode on a tangent that’s equal parts informative and chaotic.

• The duo breaks down synonyms, rhymes, and why querulous is the ideal word for Internet debates and toddler tantrums alike.

Listener Challenge

Can you use querulous in a sentence without sounding querulous yourself? Post your best effort on social media with the hashtag #NerdWordThePodcast for a chance to be featured in an upcoming episode!

Links and Resources

• Learn more about querulous and other GRE vocabulary at NerdWordThePodcast.com.

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Tags

• Querulous Definition

• Querulous GRE Word

• Vocabulary Podcast

• Words for Complaining

• Word of the Day Podcast

• Educational Podcast

• SAT and GRE Vocabulary Prep

• Rare Words for Writers

• Edutainment Show

• Synonyms for Fussy