peevish — easily irritated or annoyed; bad-tempered
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: easily irritated or annoyed; bad-tempered
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈpiːvɪʃ/
Example Sentences
- Don't be so peevish just because your WiFi is slow!
- The peevish cat hissed at everyone who tried to pet it.
- My grandmother gets peevish when people don't return her Tupperware.
peevish
ADJECTIVE[/ˈpiːvɪʃ/]
easily irritated or annoyed; bad-tempered
The peevish toddler frowns at every snack his mom offers.
Feverish and peevish, turning quite devilish!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English 'pevish' meaning stubborn or spiteful, possibly derived from an unknown source related to being contrary or difficult to please.
Breakdown
peev- (root meaning stubborn/contrary) + -ish (adjective suffix meaning 'having the quality of')
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📝Examples
“Don't be so peevish just because your WiFi is slow!”
“The peevish cat hissed at everyone who tried to pet it.”
“My grandmother gets peevish when people don't return her Tupperware.”
“He gave a peevish reply when asked to work overtime again.”
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