adjective as in strong fondness

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irritable, peevish, grouchy

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Example Sentences

Example:He was feeling irritable and the minor argument wasn't exactly helping.

Definition:liable to lose one's temper, easily annoyed or upset

From irritable

Example:She was being very peevish and made everyone around her uncomfortable.

Definition:annoyed and easily upset, often over minor things

From peevish

Example:The old man was feeling rather grouchy that day.

Definition:irritated, irritable, or sullen, typically over minor matters

From grouchy