What does waspish mean?
Waspish means Suggestive of the behaviour of a wasp..
Waspish
/ˈwɒs.pɪʃ/ · adjective
Meaning
Suggestive of the behaviour of a wasp..
Definitions by Sense
- Suggestive of the behaviour of a wasp.
- (figurative) Spiteful or irascible.
Example Sentences
Svveet Hony-Comb, don't be ſo VVaſpiſh: […]
Always, he radiated an air of soigné self-confidence: he could be amiable in his opinions or waspish, but he never betrayed a flicker of doubt about what he thought.
Synonyms for waspish
Antonyms for waspish
Related Words
Word Forms
- more waspish
- most waspish
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for waspish?
Common synonyms include bristly, prickly, ill-natured, splenetic.
What is the opposite of waspish?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use waspish in a sentence?
Svveet Hony-Comb, don't be ſo VVaſpiſh: […]
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