spitfire
(noun)
/ˈspɪtˌfaɪər/
Definitions
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A person, especially a girl or woman, who is of fiery temper and easily provoked to outbursts.
A tempest in human form, a vibrant flame that dances and ignites everything it touches with a fiery grace.Example: Despite her petite frame, she was known as a spitfire at the office.
Origin
Early 16th century, originally denoting a dragon capable of exhaling fire: from spit + fire.
Synonyms
firebrand, hothead, hellcat
Antonyms
peacemaker, pacifist, moderate