Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

testiest

Adjective

/ˈtɛs.ti.ɪst/

Definition

Testiest is the superlative form of ‘testy’, meaning easily irritated or annoyed.

Examples

After a long day at work, he was in the testiest mood, snapping at everyone around him.
The toddler can be the testiest when he hasn’t napped properly.
During the debate, the candidates became the testiest with each other, raising their voices more than necessary.

Meaning

When someone is described as testiest, it means they are particularly prone to irritation or being snappy. It reflects a state of being short-tempered or sensitive to provocation.