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peevishness
noun as in uncontrolled anger
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In order to have sunlight at home, it is not enough negatively to abstain from fault-finding and general peevishness.
"The police ought to stop it, I tell you," Willie insisted, with a peevishness that was like a dash of vinegar.
Pet, pet, n. a sudden fit of peevishness or slight passion: ill-humour.
If she were hard pressed she emitted a pathetic peevishness that rendered further argument impossible.
They must be chastised out of their peevishness and lashed into obedience .
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On this page you'll find 20 synonyms, antonyms, and words related to peevishness, such as: bile, petulance, spleen, and ill temper.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
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