Peeved

/piːvd/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Annoyed or irritated.

She was peeved at her friend for being late to the dinner.

Slightly angry.

He was peeved when he realized he had forgotten his wallet at home.

Upset or displeased.

I was a bit peeved when my favorite show was canceled without warning.

Irritated or offended.

They became peeved with the constant interruptions during their meeting.

Feeling disgruntled or peeved.

She felt peeved about the unfair treatment she received at work.

The term 'peeved' comes from the verb 'peeve,' which itself is derived from the noun 'peeve' in the sense of a source of annoyance.

to be peeved

to be annoyed or angry about something

get peeved

to become irritated or annoyed

annoy

to cause irritation or displeasure to someone

irritate

to provoke impatience or anger

vex

to annoy or confuse someone

Peeved out

I was totally peeved out when I heard he canceled.

Peeved off

She's peeved off about missing the concert.