A minor argument is a disagreement between two people that is not serious or intense. Common terms used to describe a minor argument include CONTRETEMPS (11 letters), SPAT (4 letters), SNIT (4 letters), and TIFF (4 letters). CONTRETEMPS is a French word meaning an unexpected event or incident that causes difficulty or embarrassment. A SPAT is a brief, petty quarrel or disagreement. SNIT is a slang term for a fit of bad temper or a petty argument. Lastly, a TIFF is a minor argument or disagreement.