peeve
Use Peeve in a sentence
verb (used with object)
1.
to render peevish; annoy.
noun
2.
a source of annoyance or irritation: Tardiness is one of my greatest peeves.
3.
an annoyed or irritated mood: to be in a peeve.
Synonyms
2. vexation, affliction, grievance.
2. vexation, affliction, grievance.
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peeve (piːv) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —vb | |
| 1. | (tr) to irritate; vex; annoy |
| —n | |
| 2. | something that irritates; vexation: it was a pet peeve of his |
| [C20: back formation from | |
| peeved | |
| —adj | |
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Peeve
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Example sentences
For one, it would reduce uncertainty over the tax rate, a popular peeve.
His biggest pet peeve is being thrown into the air, getting over it when needed.
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