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PECKISH

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Peckish.

How to pronounce peckish:

US

Peckish - as an adjective satellite

Somewhat hungry

Easily irritated or annoyed

Example: "An incorrigibly fractious young man"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
crankyfractiousirritablenettlesomepeevishpettishpetulantscratchytechytestytetchy

Peckish - as an adjective

Mildly hungry

Irritable; crotchety

Of or pertaining to peckham, a place in southwark london.

Native to peckham.

Example Sentences

"I'm feeling a little peckish - I could use a snack."
"After the long hike, we were all peckish and ready for lunch."
"She ate a small breakfast, so she was peckish by mid-morning."
"Their flight was delayed, and they grew increasingly peckish as they waited."
"I always carry a granola bar in my bag for when I get peckish."
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Word Game Points

Is PECKISH a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, peckish is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PECKISH has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is PECKISH a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, peckish is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PECKISH has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is PECKISH a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, peckish is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PECKISH has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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