pesky
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Adjective — Annoying or troublesome, especially in a persistent, low-level way.
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How to use pesky
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Informal and a bit old-fashioned/folksy in tone.
Etymology
Possibly an alteration of "pesty" (from "pest"), following a pattern similar to "nasty" shifting toward "nasky" in some dialects.
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What does “pesky” mean?
The word “pesky” means annoying or troublesome, especially in a persistent, low-level way. In plain terms, mildly annoying, in a way that keeps coming back — often used about small animals, insects, or minor problems.
How do you pronounce “pesky”?
“Pesky” is pronounced PEHS-kee (/ˈpɛski/ in IPA).
How do you use “pesky” in a sentence?
Here is “pesky” used in a sentence: “A pesky fly kept buzzing around the picnic table.”
What part of speech is “pesky”?
“Pesky” is an adjective.