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stuacach — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • huffy adjective Annoyed and sulky, often over something small; easily offended.
  • obstinate adj Refusing to change one's opinion or course of action, often unreasonably so.
  • stubborn adjective Refusing to change one’s mind, position, or behaviour despite pressure or good reason to.
  • sulky adjective Silent and bad-tempered, especially after being upset about something.

Senses

stuacach is used for these senses in English:

  • bad-tempered Of or pertaining to bad temper; showing anger easily or customarily.
  • in a huff In an angry or annoyed state, feeling angry or upset.
  • obstinate Stubbornly adhering to an opinion, purpose, or course, usually with implied unreasonableness; persistent.
  • stubborn Refusing to move or to change one's opinion; obstinate; firmly resisting; persistent in doing something.
  • sulky (often, derogatory) silent and withdrawn after being upset

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