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Meaning of miffed
The primary meaning of the word "miffed" is feeling or showing slight annoyance or offense.
Etymology of miffed
The word "miffed" has its origins in the mid-17th century, possibly related to the verb "miff", which is of unknown origin, but may be related to the German word "miefen", meaning to sulk or pout
Historically, the word has been used to describe a state of being slightly annoyed or offended, often in a social or interpersonal context
Synonyms
annoyed
irritated
vexed
offended
upset
disgruntled
indignant
affronted
displeased
dissatisfied
disaffected
resentful
bitter
piqued
ruffled
nettled
irritated
exasperated
frustrated
inflamed
incensed
outraged
hurt
wounded
slighted
snubbed
rebuffed
displeased
miffy
irked
peeved
chafed
galled
rankled
infuriated
enraged
incensed
Definitions
- Feeling or showing slight annoyance or offense, often in a petty or sulky way
- * Slightly angry or offended, often in a way that is considered unreasonable or excessive
Usage Examples
- She was miffed at her brother for borrowing her car without asking
- * He was miffed by the rude service at the restaurant
- * The team was miffed by the referee's questionable calls