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Definition of waspish adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
The meaning of WASPISH is resembling a wasp in behavior; especially : snappish, petulant. How to use waspish in a sentence.
There are three meanings listed in OED's entry for the adjective waspish. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.
adjective: [character, person] irritable, irascible; [remark] mordaz, punzante [...] A complete guide to the word "WASPISH": definitions, pronunciations, synonyms, grammar insights, collocations, examples, and translations.
WASPISH definition: 1. likely to make sharp, slightly cruel remarks; having a slightly angry and unpleasant manner: 2…. Learn more.
'Waspish' describes someone who is irritable, short-tempered, or prone to making cutting or biting remarks, often evoking the sense of someone who can be as sharp and aggressive in their behavior as a wasp's sting.
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Having a slender waist, like a wasp. Easily irritated or annoyed; irascible. Bad-tempered; snappish. Indicative of irritation, annoyance, or spite. A waspish remark. From wasp +"Ž -ish. He occasionally throws in the odd waspish comment that gives you a slightly teasing impression.