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View synonyms for kibitzer

kibitzer

[ kib-it-ser ]

noun

, Informal.
  1. a spectator at a card game who looks at the players' cards over their shoulders, especially one who gives unsolicited advice.
  2. a giver of uninvited or unwanted advice.

    Synonyms: meddler, snoop, busybody

  3. a person who jokes, chitchats, or makes wisecracks, especially while others are trying to work or to discuss something seriously.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of kibitzer1

First recorded in 1925–30; from Yiddish kibitser; kibitz, -er 1
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Example Sentences

Rendell seems resigned to his role as a professional kibitzer, though he frankly admits to missing the game.

Tonight he was no Sunday supplement kibitzer taking a joy ride amidst men rehearsing for death.

My kibitzer came stalking out of the building, gangling and gawky.

Do you really think that we found your outpost on our own, oh Bernibus the ‘deputy kibitzer’?

He is the Khedive Kibitzer, our ruler in that he leads the council.

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