noun
- the quality or state of being easily annoyed or impatient; irritability
Examples
- His testiness increased as the meeting dragged on.
- The coach’s testiness was evident when players made mistakes.
- She apologized for her testiness, blaming it on lack of sleep.
- The customer’s testiness made the situation more difficult.
- His usual testiness disappeared when he saw his grandchildren.
- The heat seemed to bring out everyone’s testiness.