captiousness

noun

Definition of captiousnessnext
as in irritableness

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  1. irritability
  2. acidity
  3. petulance
Noun
  • That’s because, again, evidence suggests that endorphin levels drop right before your period, leading to anxiety and irritability.
    Julia Ries, SELF, 4 Nov. 2024
  • Very high intakes can lead to nausea, skin rashes, irritability, and brittle hair and nails.
    Tamar Kane, MS, RD, Verywell Health, 9 Oct. 2024
Definition of irritability
Noun
  • Like the skillet above, it’s made from sturdy cast iron, but is also covered in a porcelain enamel that’s rust-resistant, non-reactive to acidity, and easy to clean.
    Clara McMahon, People.com, 25 Nov. 2024
  • Bright acidity, balanced, fine, focused flavors with green apples and grapefruit.
    Tom Mullen, Forbes, 24 Nov. 2024
Definition of acidity
Noun
  • Andrew’s response is more petulance; more younger brother than the adult, aging son of the sovereign.
    Jack King, Vulture, 19 Sep. 2024
  • If Donald Trump figured his usual petulance was going to put new Democratic ticket-topper Kamala Harris on the backfoot, the 78-year old ex-president might want to think again.
    Dominic Patten, Deadline, 30 July 2024
Definition of petulance
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