huffy
4 synonyms and 1 antonym for huffy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Annoyed and sulky, often over something small; easily offended.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
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.
Antonyms
How to use huffy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a huffy tone
get huffy
huffy reply
Etymology
From huff (a fit of pique or anger) plus the adjective ending -y.
Full origin of huffy →Frequently asked questions
What does “huffy” mean?
The word “huffy” means annoyed and sulky, often over something small; easily offended. In plain terms, acting a bit sulky or offended, usually over something minor.
How do you pronounce “huffy”?
“Huffy” is pronounced HUH-fee (/ˈhʌfi/ in IPA).
How do you use “huffy” in a sentence?
Here is “huffy” used in a sentence: “He got huffy when nobody laughed at his joke.”
What part of speech is “huffy”?
“Huffy” is an adjective.
