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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