1. a harsh-tempered or overbearing woman
Usage: often considered offensive

1. quarrelsome and scolding
Usage: archaic

Examples

• The neighbors avoided the termagant who constantly complained about every minor issue.
• She was unfairly labeled a termagant simply for standing up for herself.
• The character in the play was portrayed as a termagant wife who dominated her husband.
• His termagant behavior made him unpopular at work.
• The novel featured a termagant stepmother who made life difficult for the children.
• Despite her reputation as a termagant, she was actually quite kind to those who knew her well.