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单词 peevish
释义 peevish
 —peevishly,  adv.   —peevishness,  n.  
 /pee"vish/,  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.
 [1350-1400; ME pevysh < ?]
 Syn. 1. petulant, irritable, snappish. See cross.
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