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Term: Shrewish

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1: Having or displaying an ill-tempered or nagging nature, usually attributed to women.

Sample Sentence: She has developed a reputation for being a shrewish and difficult boss to work for.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1: A woman who consistently behaves in an ill-tempered or nagging manner.

Sample Sentence: The novel's main character is portrayed as a shrewish, dominating wife.

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sense 1: In an ill-tempered or nagging manner.

Sample Sentence: She spoke shrewishly, criticizing his every move.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense 1: Acting in an ill-tempered or nagging manner consistently.

Sample Sentence: Despite his best efforts, his mother continued to shrewishly berate him.

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