1. The quality or state of being easily annoyed, irritated, or made angry by minor things; petulance
His peevishness made it difficult for colleagues to work with him.
Sua irritabilidade tornava difícil trabalhar com ele.
2. A tendency to complain or express dissatisfaction in a querulous manner
The child's peevishness grew worse as the day progressed.
A irritação da criança piorou conforme o dia avançava.