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Meaning & Definition of Cranky in English

English

Cranky

Irritable or in a bad mood.


Pronunciation:

/ˈkræŋ.ki/

Part of Speech:

adjective

Detailed Definitions

  • Definition: Irritable, with a tendency to be grouchy or grumpy.

    Example Sentence: After skipping breakfast, she felt cranky and snapped at everyone.

  • Definition: Unstable or unreliable, often used to describe something that is not functioning properly.

    Example Sentence: The old car has been acting cranky lately, making strange noises every now and then.

Etymology

Origin: Originated in the early 19th century, likely from the word 'crank' meaning 'a person who is odd or eccentric.'

Synonyms

irritablegrumpypeevishtestycross

Common Phrases and Expressions

  • cranky pants: A person who is easily annoyed or irritated.
  • cranky mood: A state of being irritable or grouchy.

Translations

  • Spanish: malhumorado
  • French: grincheux
  • German: schwierig
  • Russian: раздражительный

Related Words

  • crankiness: The state of being irritable.
  • crank: A person who is eccentric or has unusual ideas.

Slang Meanings of cranky

  • Meaning: In a bad mood or irritable.

    Example Sentence: He's been cranky all day since he got up late.

  • Meaning: Acting unusually difficult or unreliable.

    Example Sentence: My laptop's feeling cranky; it won’t turn on properly.