Spat

Synonyms of spat

• dispute
• argument
• quarrel

Antonyms of spat

• harmony
• agreement
• conciliation

Collocations of spat

heated argument

Frequency: 70 %

The couple had a heated argument over finances.

lover's spat

Frequency: 50 %

The lover's spat was quickly resolved with a heartfelt apology.

verbal spat

Frequency: 40 %

Their verbal spat escalated quickly.

family spat

Frequency: 35 %

The family spat at the dinner table was uncomfortable for everyone.

petty spat

Frequency: 25 %

Their petty spat seemed to never end.

Idiomatic Expressions for spat

• Phrase: spat in the face
  Meaning: to betray or disrespect someone in a particularly hurtful manner
  Usage: His decision to leave the company felt like a spit in the face to his loyal coworkers.