Pesky Definition

pĕskē
peskier, peskiest
adjective
peskier, peskiest
Annoying; disagreeable; troublesome.
Webster's New World
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Other Word Forms of Pesky

Adjective

Base Form:
pesky
Comparative:
peskier
Superlative:
peskiest

Origin of Pesky

  • Probably alteration of pest

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

  • Possibly from pesty.

    From Wiktionary

Pesky Sentence Examples

  • These kits will kill and help you take control of those pesky bed bugs.

  • Silly David Dean for thinking more time might be needed to put all these pesky details to rest.

  • The ladybugs were beneficial insects, eating the pesky aphids.

  • Longer dresses add a touch of casual elegance while helping to shield your legs from pesky mosquitos.

  • Most of the time there are no pesky straps to get in the way, allowing for seamless tanning and versatility.

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