huff
5 synonyms for huff, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A fit of annoyance or offended pride.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A fit of annoyance or offended pride.
“She stormed off in a huff after losing the argument.”
How to use huff
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
huff and puff
in a huff
huff loudly
Etymology
Probably an altered form of an older word meaning "to breathe hard, pant," related to a similar German word for breathing heavily.
Full origin of huff →Frequently asked questions
What does “huff” mean?
The word “huff” means a fit of annoyance or offended pride. In plain terms, to breathe out sharply in annoyance, or to be visibly irritated — also slang for inhaling drugs from an aerosol.
How do you pronounce “huff”?
“Huff” is pronounced huhf (/hʌf/ in IPA).
How do you use “huff” in a sentence?
Here is “huff” used in a sentence: “She stormed off in a huff after losing the argument.”
What part of speech is “huff”?
Depending on how it is used, “huff” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “huff” come from?
The word “huff” comes from German. Probably an altered form of an older word meaning "to breathe hard, pant," related to a similar German word for breathing heavily.
How many meanings does “huff” have?
“Huff” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a fit of annoyance or offended pride.
