noun
- plural of chippiness; the quality or state of being chippy (irritable, defensive, or inclined to quarrel)
Usage: informal; usually uncountable in singular form, but plural used to denote multiple instances or manifestations
Examples
- The chippinesses between the two rivals made every interaction tense.
- Her chippinesses seemed to increase whenever someone questioned her work.
- The team's chippinesses affected their ability to collaborate effectively.
- He noticed the chippinesses in their tone during the meeting.
- Multiple chippinesses emerged as the debate grew more heated.