Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
splenetic
Adjective
/spləˈnɛtɪk/
Definition
Of or relating to the spleen; often used to describe a person who is irritable or bad-tempered.
Examples
- After her splenetic outburst, everyone in the room felt the tension rise.
- The splenetic remarks from the coach left the players feeling demoralized.
Meaning
Splenetic refers to a state of being ill-tempered or peevish, often as a manifestation of irritability or resentment. It can describe someone who is quick to anger or expresses their displeasure in a caustic manner.
Synonyms
- irritable
- petulant
- cantankerous
- grumpy
- cross
