an adjective describing someone who is rudely curt, impatient, or sharp-tongued, often reacting with unnecessary brevity or irritation.
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Notes
Snippy: an adjective describing someone who is rudely curt, impatient, or sharp-tongued, often reacting with unnecessary brevity or irritation. It is commonly used to describe someone "putting on airs" or acting snappish.
See also
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