wrangle
2 antonyms for wrangle — opposites grouped by meaning.
Verb — To argue or quarrel at length, often noisily.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. verb
To argue or quarrel at length, often noisily.
“The two lawyers wrangled over the contract for hours.”
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How to use wrangle
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
wrangle over
data wrangling
cattle wrangler
Etymology
From Middle English wranglen, related to a Low German word meaning "to struggle or wrestle" — the same root behind "wring."
Full origin of wrangle →Frequently asked questions
What does “wrangle” mean?
The word “wrangle” means to argue or quarrel at length, often noisily. In plain terms, to argue at length, or to herd/manage something (animals, people, or unruly data).
How do you pronounce “wrangle”?
“Wrangle” is pronounced RANG-guhl (/ˈɹeɪ̯ŋɡəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “wrangle” in a sentence?
Here is “wrangle” used in a sentence: “The two lawyers wrangled over the contract for hours.”
What part of speech is “wrangle”?
Depending on how it is used, “wrangle” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “wrangle” come from?
The word “wrangle” comes from Middle English. From Middle English wranglen, related to a Low German word meaning "to struggle or wrestle" — the same root behind "wring.".
How many meanings does “wrangle” have?
“Wrangle” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to argue or quarrel at length, often noisily.
Related words
tard wrangle
