Peevishness
Pronunciation: /ˈpivɪʃˈnɛs/
Peevishness (noun)
- The state of being easily annoyed and speaking or acting in an unpleasant, short-tempered way.
- A pattern of irritation and impatience that makes someone react negatively to small problems.
Examples
- Her peevishness made the meeting feel tense.
- The peevishness in his voice surprised everyone.