wasplike
Sharp and venomous
Resembling a wasp in form or manner.
Physically, wasplike describes a narrow-waisted body shape or sharp, pointed features.
Behaviorally, it suggests the quick, aggressive temperament wasps are known for—ready to sting: She gave him a wasplike glare.
The word often carries connotations of irritability or venom.
Fastened or guaranteed
- taperedGradually narrowing in width
- pinchedStole or squeezed tightly
- constrictedMade narrower by pressure
- svelteGracefully slender
lithe · willowy · lean · slim · wiry · streamlined · sleek · aerodynamic
Having contrasting bands
- bandedHaving encircling marks
- segmentedDivided into sections
- iridescentShowing shifting spectral colors
- glossySmooth and shiny
angular · pointed · antennae · winged · buzzing · hovering · darting · swift
Producing injected toxins
- toxicCapable of causing harm
- poisonousCapable of causing death
- painfulCausing hurt or ache
- sharpFine-edged, or astute
piercing · biting · caustic · acerbic · barbed · cutting · pointed · hurtful
Aggressively unfriendly
- combativeInclined toward conflict
- belligerentHostile and eager to clash
- pugnaciousInclined to quarrel
- truculentAggressively hostile disposition
antagonistic · confrontational · fierce · ferocious · contentious · quarrelsome · irritable · quick-tempered
cinched
Fastened or guaranteed
- taperedGradually narrowing in width
- pinchedStole or squeezed tightly
- constrictedMade narrower by pressure
svelte · lithe · willowy · lean · slim · wiry · streamlined · sleek · aerodynamic · hourglass
striped
Having contrasting bands
- bandedHaving encircling marks
- segmentedDivided into sections
- iridescentShowing shifting spectral colors
glossy · angular · pointed · antennae · winged · buzzing · hovering · darting · swift · quick
venomous
Producing injected toxins
sharp · piercing · biting · caustic · acerbic · barbed · cutting · pointed · hurtful · wounding
hostile
Aggressively unfriendly
- combativeInclined toward conflict
- belligerentHostile and eager to clash
- pugnaciousInclined to quarrel
truculent · antagonistic · confrontational · fierce · ferocious · contentious · quarrelsome · irritable · quick-tempered · snappish
wasplikedocile
Easily controlled or taught
gentle · mild-mannered · easygoing · placid · sweet-tempered