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huffy

/ˈhʌfi/

Translations

huffyadjective

huffier

Comp.

huffiest

Super.

/ˈhʌfi/

boudeurQui manifeste son irritation de façon boudeuse ou enfantine.

He gave a huffy response when asked about his tardiness.

Il a donné une réponse boudeuse lorsqu’on lui a demandé pourquoi il était en retard.

susceptibleQui se vexe facilement; souvent employé pour une personne qui prend vite la mouche.

She became huffy when her friend forgot her birthday.

Elle est devenue susceptible quand son amie a oublié son anniversaire.

Additional translations

vexéSe dit d’une personne irritée ou froissée ; plus neutre et général que « boudeur ».

prétentieuxAu sens de « hautain, suffisant », pour une attitude ou un ton.

Synonyms

Antonyms

huffyadjective

Easily offended or annoyed; quick to take offense.

She became huffy when her friend forgot her birthday.

Displaying annoyance or irritation, often in a way that is perceived as petty or childish.

He gave a huffy response when asked about his tardiness.

Arrogant or pompous; displaying an exaggerated sense of self-importance.

The manager adopted a huffy air when questioned by her staff.