testiness
nounUK /ˈtes.ti.nəs/
US /ˈtes.ti.nəs/
The feeling of being easily annoyed or grumpy.
His testiness showed when he snapped at everyone during breakfast.
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2. A tendency to respond sharply or defensively to small things.
Her testiness about the schedule made the meeting tense.
3. The quality of being touchy or quick to take offense.
The coach's testiness grew as the questions kept coming.
4. A state of nervous sensitivity or short temper.
Lack of sleep can bring on testiness in almost anyone.