Peckish
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpɛk.ɪʃ/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Peckish is an adjective meaning (colloquial, British) mildly hungry.
Meaning
(colloquial, British) mildly hungry.
More Meanings
- (colloquial) irritable; crotchety
Example Sentences
After that run, I'm feeling a bit peckish.
Synonyms for peckish
Depending on context, synonyms include snackish, snacky, fractious, petulant, tetchy, nettlesome.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include hungry, tetchy, ill-natured, peevish, petulant, testy.
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