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SHREWISH

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Shrewish.

Shrewish - as an adjective satellite

Continually complaining or faultfinding

Example: "A shrewish wife"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
nagging

Shrewish - as an adjective

Of or pertaining to a shrew (a nagging, ill-tempered woman).

Bad-tempered; ill-natured; obstinate, as a shrew.

Example Sentences

"I find her mother-in-law to be quite shrewish."
"The shrewish tone in her voice made me hesitant to approach her."
"He couldn't bear her shrewish behavior any longer."
"The character in the play was portrayed as a shrewish woman."
"She was known for her shrewish temperament and sharp tongue."
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Word Game Points

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

SHREWISH has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is SHREWISH a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, shrewish is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SHREWISH has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is SHREWISH a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, shrewish is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SHREWISH has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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