testy JUST WRITTEN FOR YOU
/ˈtɛsti/ · tes·ty
adjective
- Easily annoyed or irritable. He became testy when questioned about his work.
- Marked by impatience or ill humor. The testy remarks from the politician sparked controversy.
Did you know? The word 'testy' has been used to describe the temperament of famous figures, including the 19th-century English poet Lord Byron, who was known for his testy nature.