Peeve
noun
A minor annoyance or irritation.
Traffic jams are my biggest peeve.
Usage tips
Informal
pet peeve,common peeves,little peeve
noun
A minor annoyance or irritation.
Traffic jams are my biggest peeve.
Usage tips
Informal
pet peeve,common peeves,little peeve
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional
A peeve can reveal your deeper sensitivities.
People often share their peeves in a humorous manner.
Pro Tip 2/3Formal
Avoid using 'peeve' in very formal situations.
In professional language, use terms like 'irritation' instead.
Pro Tip 3/3Context
Understanding someone's peeve can enhance communication.
Being aware of others' peeves can help in social interactions.
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional
A peeve can reveal your deeper sensitivities.
People often share their peeves in a humorous manner.
Pro Tip 2/3Formal
Avoid using 'peeve' in very formal situations.
In professional language, use terms like 'irritation' instead.
Pro Tip 3/3Context
Understanding someone's peeve can enhance communication.
Being aware of others' peeves can help in social interactions.
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional
A peeve can reveal your deeper sensitivities.
People often share their peeves in a humorous manner.
Pro Tip 2/3Formal
Avoid using 'peeve' in very formal situations.
In professional language, use terms like 'irritation' instead.
Pro Tip 3/3Context
Understanding someone's peeve can enhance communication.
Being aware of others' peeves can help in social interactions.
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