What does snappish mean?
Snappish means Likely to snap or bite..
Snappish
/ˈsnæpɪʃ/ · adjective
Meaning
Likely to snap or bite..
Definitions by Sense
- Likely to snap or bite.
- Exhibiting irritation or impatience; curt; irascible.
Example Sentences
A snappish cur
She came to us snappish and suspicious, but when she found what sort of place ours was, it all went off by degrees; […]
The past fortnight had been one of sullenness, cold black looks, short snappish words, and those ingenious contradictions which sometimes vary the halcyon calm of domestic felicity.
She heard her own voice, snappish and rude, and pressed a hand to her head.
Even though the woman didn't work closely with Barsade, so palpable was her complaining and snappish temperament that it had infected everyone who worked around her.
There was something underneath her snappish belligerence that made him feel protective and tolerant.
Synonyms for snappish
Antonyms for snappish
Related Words
Word Forms
- more snappish
- most snappish
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for snappish?
Common synonyms include snappy, ill-natured.
What is the opposite of snappish?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use snappish in a sentence?
A snappish cur
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