adj
miffed
mihft
Miffed (adj) means Mildly annoyed or offended. Example: “She was a bit miffed that nobody had told her about the change of plan.”
adj
1
Mildly annoyed or offended.
"She was a bit miffed that nobody had told her about the change of plan."
"He seemed miffed when his idea was rejected."
How to use miffed
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA light, everyday word for "annoyed" or "put out" — nothing too serious.
When to use it
Informal and understated; softer than "furious" or "outraged".
Common pairings
a bit miffed
slightly miffed
miffed about
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more miffed
- Superlative
- most miffed
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She was a bit _____ that nobody had told her about the change of plan.
Etymology
From "miff" (a fit of annoyance) + "-ed".
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Frequently asked questions
What does “miffed” mean?
The word “miffed” means mildly annoyed or offended. In plain terms, a light, everyday word for "annoyed" or "put out" — nothing too serious.
How do you pronounce “miffed”?
“Miffed” is pronounced mihft (/mɪft/ in IPA).
How do you use “miffed” in a sentence?
Here is “miffed” used in a sentence: “She was a bit miffed that nobody had told her about the change of plan.”
What part of speech is “miffed”?
“Miffed” is an adjective.
