Peevishness
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpivɪʃnəs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Peevishness is a noun meaning The state of being peevish.
Meaning
The state of being peevish.
Example Sentences
Moreover, it were ungenerous, having bred thee up freakish and fiery, to dismiss thee to want or wandering, for shewing that very peevishness and impatience of discipline which arose from thy too delicate nurture.
Word Forms
- peevishnesses
Synonyms for peevishness
Depending on context, synonyms include choler, temper, petulance, fretfulness, irritability, fussiness.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include crossness, pettishness, irritability, surliness, choler, snappishness.
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