Peeving

Part of speech: adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈpiːvɪŋ/

Definitions

1. Inducing irritation or frustration through seemingly insignificant actions
2. Engaging in activities that generate minor yet persistent annoyance in others
3. Producing a sense of irritation or bother through small, troublesome actions

Etymology: "Peeving" is the present participle of "peeve," a verb formed by back-formation from the older adjective "peevish." "Peevish" itself is of uncertain origin, though early senses included "foolish" and "perverse," and English speakers later stripped its "-ish" ending to create a verb meaning to irritate.

Synonyms: annoying, irritating, vexing, bothering, disturbing

Antonyms: pleasing, satisfying, delighting, comforting, soothing