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Vocabulary Entry
shrewishness
|noun • adjective
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N
noun
The quality or state of being shrewish; characterized by being easily irritated or inclined to nag.
Example Sentences
"Her shrewishness made it difficult to maintain a peaceful atmosphere at home."
"The shrewishness of the critics led to harsh reviews of the movie."
"He found her shrewishness off-putting during their conversations."
A
adjective
Having the qualities of a shrew; irritable or nagging in nature.
Example Sentences
"The shrewish comments she made during the meeting didn't help her case."
"He tried to avoid any shrewish behavior to keep the peace."
"Her shrewish personality was evident in the way she spoke to her colleagues."