techy

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. adjective easily irritated or annoyed

Etymology

From tech + -y. Compare techie.

In classic literature

Synonyms

cranky, fractious, irritable, nettlesome, peevish, peckish, pettish, petulant, scratchy, testy, tetchy

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