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What is another word for Testiness? – 144 Testiness Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    irritability annoyance vexation frustration exasperation irritation anger indignation resentment displeasure discontent discontentment disgruntlement pettiness sullenness sulking moodiness touchiness cantankerousness crankiness crossness grumpiness peevishness querulousness testy tetchy irascible irritable fractious captious choleric petulant waspish snappish huffy prickly sensitive short-tempered quick-tempered ill-tempered ill-humored

    Meaning of Testiness

    The primary meaning of the word "Testiness" refers to a state of being irritable or short-tempered.

    Definitions

    • Oxford Languages defines testiness as a feeling of being easily irritated or annoyed.
    • * It can also refer to a person's tendency to be quarrelsome or argumentative.

    Etymology of Testiness

    The word "testiness" originates from the Old French word "test," meaning head or skull, and the Latin word "testum," meaning earthen vessel or crucible.
    Historically, the term "testy" emerged in the 15th century, describing someone who is irritable or short-tempered, likely due to the idea of being "tested" or tried by circumstances.

    Example Uses

    • The testiness of the manager made it difficult for employees to approach him with questions or concerns.
    • * After a few hours of travel delays, the testiness of the passengers was palpable.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    calmness serenity tranquility peacefulness gentleness mildness affability amiability cordiality geniality warmth friendliness courtesy politeness tact diplomacy patience tolerance understanding empathy kindness compassion sweetness softness even-temperedness good-naturedness cheerfulness joviality

    Related Nouns

    frustration annoyance irritation anger resentment displeasure discontent disgruntlement pettiness sullenness moodiness temperament personality character disposition attitude behavior manner tone language communication interaction relationship conflict argument

    Related Verbs

    irritate annoy vex frustrate exasperate anger resent displease discontent disgruntle sulk pout mood brood complain grumble quarrel argue fight clash conflict

    Related Adjectives

    irritable short-tempered ill-tempered ill-humored fractious captious choleric petulant waspish snappish huffy prickly sensitive quick-tempered ill-natured disagreeable unpleasant rude impolite discourteous tactless impatient intolerant unsympathetic unkind harsh severe stern strict