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peevishness

NOUN
uncontrolled anger
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK
affableness


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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

To some, those episodes were an unflattering window into Britain’s new king, suggesting peevishness and a sense of entitlement.

From New York Times Sep. 16, 2022

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

But these displays of peevishness are also part of what makes him so compelling to watch.

From The Guardian Jun. 9, 2018

Then, in a lower voice, she added, to make up for her peevishness, “You are such a sweetheart.”

From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie




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