quick-tem·pered
| \ ˈkwik-ˈtem-pərd
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Definition of quick-tempered
: easily angered : irascible
Synonyms for quick-tempered
Synonyms
- choleric,
- crabby,
- cranky,
- cross,
- crotchety,
- fiery,
- grouchy,
- grumpy,
- irascible,
- irritable,
- peevish,
- perverse,
- pettish,
- petulant,
- prickly,
- raspy,
- ratty,
- short-tempered,
- snappish,
- snappy,
- snarky,
- snippety,
- snippy,
- stuffy,
- testy,
- waspish
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“Quick-tempered.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/quick-tempered. Accessed 28 Feb. 2021.
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quick-tempered
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English Language Learners Definition of quick-tempered
: becoming angry quickly and easily : having a quick temper
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quick-tempered
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quick-tem·pered
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Kids Definition of quick-tempered
: easily made angry
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