quibbling
quib-bling
adjective
Characterised by making trivial objections or criticisms about minor points.
"His quibbling objections slowed the meeting down considerably."
noun
The act of raising trivial objections or criticisms, often about minor details.
"The constant quibbling prevented any real progress being made."
Thesaurus
Synonyms: quiddity, quibble, cavil, pettifog, bicker, niggle, brabble, squabble