Pronunciation: [hˈʌfɪ] (IPA) 
The word "huffy" is spelled with a "u" followed by two "f's" and a "y". In IPA phonetic transcription, it is written as /ˈhʌfi/. The "u" sound is the "uh" as in "hut" vowel, the "f" sound is the voiceless labio-dental fricative consonant sound, and the "y" sound is the "ee" as in "meet" vowel. Together, these sounds form the word "huffy" which means to be easily irritated or offended.
Huffy is an adjective used to describe someone who is easily offended or resentful, often over something trivial. It is typically used to describe a person's demeanor or behavior when they are showing excessive irritation or an exaggerated sense of anger or offense. A person who is huffy tends to display a short temper, becoming easily agitated or upset by minor provocations or perceived slights.
The term huffy can also refer to a person who acts in a self-righteous or indignant manner, often with an air of superiority. Such individuals may frequently engage in argumentative or confrontational behavior, and may respond to criticism or disagreement with defensiveness or hostility. Their reactions may be disproportionate to the situation, reflecting their hypersensitivity or thin-skinned nature.
Additionally, huffy can describe the physical appearance or posture of someone who displays an ostentatious or exaggerated air of displeasure or annoyance. This may involve storming off, folding one's arms, or crossing one's legs dismissively. Overall, huffy is a term that portrays someone who is easily offended, sulky, or taking offense quickly without reasonable cause, often resulting in a display of anger or irritation either in their words or actions.
Petulant; being in ill-humour.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word "huffy" originated from Middle English and has its roots in the Old English word "hof", which means "court" or "house". Over time, "hof" evolved into "hove" and eventually "huff", which referred to a fit of anger or arrogance displayed by someone who considered themselves above others or who had a sense of entitlement. By the 16th century, "huff" had taken the form "huffy" and became an adjective describing someone who is easily offended, touchy, or prone to sulking in a self-important manner. The modern usage of "huffy" generally means to be in a state of displeasure or annoyance, often accompanied by a show of resentment.
