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peeve Definition and Meaning in English (peeve definition)

verb
Synonyms:annoyirritatebother
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Peeve definition: To annoy or irritate someone, often in a minor but persistent way.

Definitions of Peeve

  1. 1verb

    To annoy or irritate someone, often in a minor but persistent way.

  2. 2noun

    A particular cause of annoyance or irritation, especially one that is personal.

Example Sentences

casual

“It really peeves me when people are late for meetings without a valid reason.”

casual

“My biggest pet peeve is loud chewing at the dinner table.”

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past participlepeeved
present participlepeeving

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Peeve definition: To annoy or irritate someone, often in a minor but persistent way.
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'Peeve' translates to 'peeve' in English. Peeve definition: To annoy or irritate someone, often in a minor but persistent way.
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