adjective
- readily expressing anger or irritation; bad-tempered and spiteful
Examples
- She gave a waspish reply when asked about the delay.
- His waspish comments made everyone uncomfortable at dinner.
- The critic’s waspish review destroyed the playwright’s confidence.
- Don’t be so waspish – it was just an honest mistake.
- Her waspish tone suggested she was having a bad day.
- The teacher’s waspish remarks about homework were unnecessary.