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tetchy

The word “tetchy” has 2 syllables: tet-chy

It's pronounced as /ˈtɛtʃ.i/

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In the thesaurus, “tetchy” has 49 synonyms and 15 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for tetchy along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for tetchy

Antonyms for tetchy

Meanings of tetchy

  • adjective
    1. Easily annoyed or irritated; peevish, testy or irascible.

Example Sentences

  • He became tetchy whenever someone questioned his decisions.
  • The baby was tetchy after missing her afternoon nap.
  • She was tetchy about the delay in receiving her package.
  • His tetchy mood made the meeting very uncomfortable.
  • The customer grew tetchy when the order was incorrect.

On this page you'll find 64 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to tetchy, such as: agreeable, amiable, bearish, bilious, cantankerous, carefree, choleric.

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