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单词 peevishly
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WordReference Random House Learner's Dictionary of American English © 2024
pee•vish /ˈpivɪʃ/USA pronunciation   adj. 
  1. irritable, grouchy, or cranky:When he doesn't get enough sleep he is peevish all day.
pee•vish•ly, adv.: peevishly refused to help.
pee•vish•ness, n. [uncountable]

WordReference Random House Unabridged Dictionary of American English © 2024
pee•vish  (pēvish),USA pronunciation adj. 
  1. cross, querulous, or fretful, as from vexation or discontent:a peevish youngster.
  2. showing annoyance, irritation, or bad mood:a peevish reply; a peevish frown.
  3. perverse or obstinate.
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  • Middle English pevysh 1350–1400
peevish•ly, adv. 
peevish•ness, n. 
    • 1.See corresponding entry in Unabridged petulant, irritable, snappish. See cross. 

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