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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

peevishly

/piːˈvɪʃli/ adverb · British & US
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What does peevishly mean?

adverb

In a peevish manner; in a bad temper; ill-humoredly. Used to describe someone who is irritable or easily annoyed.

Example

"She spoke peevishly to her brother, who had borrowed her favorite book without asking."

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