Difference between Irritable and Peevish

What is the difference between Irritable and Peevish?

Irritable as an adjective is capable of being irritated. while Peevish as an adjective is constantly complaining; fretful, whining.

Irritable

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: Capable of being irritated. Easily exasperated or excited. Responsive to stimuli.

Peevish

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: Constantly complaining; fretful, whining.

We hope you now know whether to use Irritable or Peevish in your sentence.

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