peevish
adjective
cross, querulous, or fretful, as from vexation or discontent.
peevishness
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a word derived from
peevish.
Example Sentences
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The good news is that the peevishness seems to be backfiring, at least in some cases.
From Salon ● Jan. 31, 2025
This year’s Ryder Cup, however, was shaping up to be an exception to the usual peevishness.
From New York Times ● Sep. 25, 2021
The mood of the nation has been filled with such peevishness and heartache and anger over the last three years that Twitter naturally has been affected by it.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 18, 2020
That mix of peevishness and arrogance, unsurprisingly, did not win Green many friends online.
From The Guardian ● Jun. 15, 2019
She’s never had much patience with my peevishness.
From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black
