testily

/ˈtestɪli/ (bre, ipa) · [tˈɛstəli] /ˈtestɪli/ (ame, ipa) · [tˈɛstəli] /ˈtestə̇lē How to pronounce testily (audio) -li/ (ame, mw)

testily — 副詞

1. in an annoyed or impatient way, especially when reacting to something that is sm

1.副詞B2
釋義

不耐煩地

以惱怒、不耐煩的方式

in an annoyed or impatient way, especially when reacting to something that is small or not very important

例句

"I told you — I do not know," Iris replied testily, turning her back.

「我早就跟你說我不知道了，」Iris 不耐煩地回答，轉過身去表示不想再談。

modifies a speech verb in dialogue

"Why are you asking me again?" Ishaan said testily, slamming his notebook shut.

「你為什麼又問我？」Ishaan 不耐煩地說，啪地一聲把筆記本合上。

testily + said + physical action showing irritation

同義詞
  • irritably

    the closest synonym; interchangeable in most contexts

  • peevishly

    slightly more childish or petty, often over trivial things

  • crossly

    British English, slightly more old-fashioned or mild

  • snappishly

    emphasises a sharp, quick, impatient tone in speech

反義詞
  • patiently

    opposite manner — calm and willing to wait

  • calmly

    opposite in emotional tone — not upset or annoyed

文法句型

[verb] + testily

用法筆記

Most commonly used with verbs of speaking such as reply, say, ask, answer, or snap. It describes the irritated tone or manner in which someone responds to a question or comment, particularly when they feel the other person should already know the answer.