Dismay and Peevishness

Dismay

Dismay noun - The emotion felt when one's expectations are not met.

Peevishness and dismay are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Peevishness" instead a noun "Dismay".

Nearby Words: dismayed, dismaying, dismayingly

Peevishness

Peevishness noun - Readiness to show annoyance or impatience.

Dismay and peevishness are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Dismay" instead a noun "Peevishness".

Nearby Words: peevish, peevishly
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