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petulant
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/ˈpɛtʃələnt/
US
/ˈpɛtʃələnt/
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Explain the nuance of “petulant” in the examples and how it differs from “irritable.”
Compare “petulant,” “childish,” and “bad-tempered”: when is each one most appropriate?
Find common collocations with “petulant” and use three in your own sentences.
Explain why “petulant” describes both a child’s tantrum and an adult’s reaction to criticism.
Describe the tone and level of formality of “petulant.” Would you use it in everyday conversation?
Rewrite “He had a petulant reaction to the criticism” in two ways using different synonyms.
Write a short dialogue in which one person acts petulantly, then explain what gives that impression.
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