What does NAGGY mean?

Parts of Speech

Adjective

Definitions

1. Constantly complaining or finding fault, especially in a petty or nagging way.
2. Causing annoyance or irritation by persistent fault-finding or petty criticism.

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈnæɡi/
• UK: /ˈnaɡi/

Origin and Usage

The origin of "naggy" is unclear, but it likely comes from the word "nag," meaning "to annoy or irritate by persistent fault-finding or petty criticism." "Naggy" is used to describe a person who is constantly complaining or finding fault, especially in a petty or nagging way. It can also be used to describe something that causes annoyance or irritation by persistent fault-finding or petty criticism.

Synonyms

• annoying
• irritating
• complaining
• fault-finding
• petty

Related Words

• angry
• gabby
• gummy
• muggy
• raggy

Example Sentences

1. She was known for her naggy personality and constant complaints about everything.
2. The naggy tone of his voice grated on her nerves.
3. Her naggy behavior was starting to wear on everyone around her.