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waspish adjective
/ˈwɒs.pɪʃ/
/ˈwɑː.spɪʃ/ adj disapproving Definition
likely to make sharp, slightly cruel remarks; having a slightly angry and unpleasant manner
She had a waspish tongue which could hurt.
(Definition of waspish adjective from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus © Cambridge University Press)
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