Difference between Niggle and Pettifog

What is the difference between Niggle and Pettifog?

Niggle as a verb is to trifle with; to deceive; to mock. while Pettifog as a verb is to quibble over trivial matters; nitpick

Part of speech: noun

Definition: A minor complaint or problem. Small, cramped handwriting.

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To trifle with; to deceive; to mock. To dwell too much on minor points. To fidget, fiddle, be restless.

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To quibble over trivial matters; nitpick

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