peevish
|pee/vish|
B2
/ˈpiːvɪʃ/
easily irritated
Etymology
Etymology Information
'peevish' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'pevische,' where 'pevische' meant 'foolish or silly.'
Historical Evolution
'pevische' transformed into the modern English word 'peevish' through gradual phonetic changes.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'foolish or silly,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'easily irritated.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35