huffy

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. adjective quick to take offense
  2. adjective roused to anger; - Mark Twain

Etymology

From huff + -y.

In classic literature

Synonyms

thin-skinned, feisty, touchy

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