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Petulant

Definition

(formal) Having or showing a bad-tempered or sulky attitude, often in a childish or unreasonable way; peevish. Typically used to describe someone who is being deliberately annoying or difficult, often to get attention or sympathy.

Example Sentences

1The petulant child refused to eat his dinner, claiming that the vegetables were 'yucky'.
2Her petulant tone made it clear that she was not going to compromise on the issue.
3The teacher tried to reason with the petulant student, but he was too busy sulking to listen.
4The petulant expression on his face made it difficult for his colleagues to take him seriously.
5After a few hours of petulant behaviour, she finally calmed down and apologised for her outburst.

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