What does HUFFS mean?

huffs

Part of Speech: Verb

Definition: To exhale noisily and forcefully, to show anger or annoyance

Pronunciations: US: /hʌfs/; UK: /hʌfs/

Origin and Usage: The word "huffs" is believed to have originated in the 16th century from the Middle English word "huffen," meaning to puff or blow. It is commonly used in informal speech and writing to describe a persons reaction to a situation that has caused them to feel angry or annoyed.

Synonyms: Pout, sulk, fume, seethe, simmer, steam, rage

Related Words: Huffed, huffy, hafis, hafts, hahas

Example Sentences:

• She huffs and puffs when she doesn get her way.
• He huffed in frustration when he saw that the store was closed.
• The child huffed and crossed her arms when she was told she couldn have a second cookie.
• After being criticized, he huffed out of the room in a fit of anger.
• She huffed and snorted, clearly annoyed with the situation.