Synonyms for peeve


Grammar : Noun, verb
Spell : peev
Phonetic Transcription : piv

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Définition of peeve

Origin :
  • 1907 (implied in peeved), back-formation from peevish. As a noun, attested by 1910. Related: Peeved; peeving; peeves.
  • noun something strongly disliked
  • verb bother, annoy
Example sentences :
  • Paste this, Fuscus, in your hat:Not a pesky thing can peeve me.
  • Extract from : « A line-o'-verse or two » by Bert Leston Taylor
  • Brickbats mingle with bouquetsShied at my devoted cranium.Does it peeve yours truly?
  • Extract from : « A line-o'-verse or two » by Bert Leston Taylor
  • Of course I know you don't mean it—you're simply hot and tired, and trying to work off your peeve on me.
  • Extract from : « Main Street » by Sinclair Lewis

Antonyms for peeve

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