snappish
pronunciation
How to pronounce snappish in British English:
UK ['snæpɪʃ]
How to pronounce snappish in American English:
US [ˈsnæpɪʃ]
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- Adjective:
- tending to speak irritably
Word Origin
- snappish (adj.)
- "peevish," 1540s, from snap (v.) + -ish. Related: Snappishly; snappishness.
Example
- 1. A whole nation of belligerent , snappish people ?
- 2. In an ill-natured and snappish manner .
- 3. My boss is snappish and critical .
- 4. She said , slightly snappish , but not as bad as normal .
- 5. This could make you snappish . Try to remain calm .