Peeve (Noun)
Meaning
An annoyed or irritated mood.
Classification
Nouns denoting feelings and emotions.
Examples
- His constant whistling was a pet peeve that got on her nerves every morning.
- The driver's tendency to tailgate was a major peeve for many commuters on the highway.
- The loud chewing noises at the dinner table were a peeve that drove her crazy.
- Her roommate's habit of leaving dirty socks on the floor was a peeve that she couldn't ignore.
- His colleague's habit of microwaving fish in the office kitchen was a peeve that he complained about frequently.