Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
waspish
Adjective
/ˈwɒspɪʃ/
Definition
Characterized by a sharp or biting manner; easily irritated or prone to anger.
Examples
- Her waspish comments made it clear that she was not pleased with the decision.
- He had a waspish personality, often snapping at colleagues without reason.
- The waspish tone of the email left readers bewildered and offended.
Meaning
A person who is waspish tends to respond to situations with sarcasm or irritability, often causing others to feel uncomfortable or tense around them.
Synonyms
- irritable
- edgy
- testy
- petulant
- snappish
