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PEEVISHNESS

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Peevishness.

Peevishness - as a noun

An irritable petulant feeling

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
choler11crossness11fretfulness17fussiness12irritability17petulance13
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
distemper14ill humorill humour
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A disposition to exhibit uncontrolled anger

Example: "His temper was well known to all his employees"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
biliousness13irritability17pettishness16snappishness19surliness9temper10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
ill nature
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"His constant peevishness made it difficult to work with him."
"She couldn't stand his peevishness whenever things didn't go his way."
"The child's peevishness was a result of being tired and hungry."
"She tried to overlook his peevishness, knowing he was going through a tough time."
"His peevishness towards his colleagues often created tension in the workplace."
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Word Game Points

Is PEEVISHNESS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, peevishness is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PEEVISHNESS has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is PEEVISHNESS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, peevishness is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PEEVISHNESS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.

Is PEEVISHNESS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, peevishness is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PEEVISHNESS has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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