Synonyms of pesky

Antonyms of pesky

Collocations of pesky

pesky mosquito
Frequency: 80 %

I can't enjoy the picnic because of the pesky mosquito buzzing around.

pesky problem
Frequency: 70 %

The pesky problem kept resurfacing despite our best efforts to solve it.

pesky squirrel
Frequency: 60 %

The pesky squirrel kept raiding the bird feeder in our backyard.

pesky neighbor
Frequency: 50 %

Our pesky neighbor always complains about the noise from our parties.

pesky fly
Frequency: 40 %

The pesky fly wouldn't leave us alone during our outdoor lunch.

Idiomatic Expressions for pesky

  • Phrase: pesky critters
    Meaning: annoying or troublesome animals or insects
    Usage: I can't enjoy a picnic in the park without those pesky critters buzzing around.