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    Cranky

    /ˈkræŋ.ki/

    Meaning & Definition

    adjective
    Irritable or grumpy; easily annoyed or prone to anger.
    After a long day at work, I felt cranky and didn't want to talk to anyone.
    Having a tendency to complain or be difficult.
    The cranky old man yelled at the kids for playing too close to his yard.
    Unpredictable or whimsical in behavior.
    The cranky weather has made our picnic plans uncertain.

    Etymology

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

    Common Phrases and Expressions

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

    Related Words

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

    Slang Meanings

    In a bad mood or irritable.
    He's been cranky all day since he got up late.
    Acting unusually difficult or unreliable.
    My laptop's feeling cranky; it won’t turn on properly.