Snippy: meaning, definitions and examples
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snippy
[ หsnษชpi ]
attitude or behavior
Snippy is a term used to describe someone who is curt or abrupt in their speech or manner, often showing irritability or impatience. This kind of behavior can come off as rude or disrespectful. People who are snippy may respond sharply to questions or comments, reflecting a lack of interest in maintaining friendly conversation. Such demeanor can lead to misunderstandings or a negative atmosphere, particularly in professional or social settings.
Synonyms
brusque, curt, sharp, snappish.
Examples of usage
- She gave a snippy reply to the suggestion.
- His snippy tone made the meeting uncomfortable.
- Don't be so snippy when you're asked to help.
- The snippy comments only escalated the argument.
Translations
Translations of the word "snippy" in other languages:
๐ต๐น curto
๐ฎ๐ณ เคธเคเคเฅเคทเคฟเคชเฅเคค
๐ฉ๐ช kurz
๐ฎ๐ฉ pendek
๐บ๐ฆ ะบะพัะพัะบะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ krรณtki
๐ฏ๐ต ็ญใ
๐ซ๐ท court
๐ช๐ธ corto
๐น๐ท kฤฑsa
๐ฐ๐ท ์งง์
๐ธ๐ฆ ูุตูุฑ
๐จ๐ฟ krรกtkรฝ
๐ธ๐ฐ krรกtky
๐จ๐ณ ็ญ็
๐ธ๐ฎ kratek
๐ฎ๐ธ stutt
๐ฐ๐ฟ าััาะฐ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ qฤฑsa
๐ฒ๐ฝ corto
Etymology
The word 'snippy' originated in the early 20th century in American English, derived from the word 'snip', which means to cut something quickly or sharply. The transition from the literal meaning to the figurative sense of being curt in speech likely reflects the way someone might 'cut' off a conversation with their abruptness. 'Snip' itself has roots that can be traced back to the Middle English word 'snippen', meaning to cut or clip. Over time, 'snippy' has evolved to characterize not only the act of speaking sharply but also the negative connotations associated with such behavior in social interactions. It encapsulates a feeling of impatience and sharpness, often leading to tensions in dialogue.