Snappish
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈsnæpɪʃ/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Snappish is an adjective meaning Likely to snap or bite.
Meaning
Likely to snap or bite.
More Meanings
- Exhibiting irritation or impatience; curt; irascible.
Example Sentences
A snappish cur
She heard her own voice, snappish and rude, and pressed a hand to her head.
There was something underneath her snappish belligerence that made him feel protective and tolerant.
She came to us snappish and suspicious, but when she found what sort of place ours was, it all went off by degrees; […]
Synonyms for snappish
Depending on context, synonyms include snappy, ill-natured.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include ill-natured, snappy, testy, snippish, knappish, nippy.
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