cranky

[crank·y]

Cranky is one of those words that sounds a little bit like what it means: one who is cranky is easily annoyed, irritable, or testy. My sister gets cranky when she doesn't eat. If you want to have a good day, keep her well fed.

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Full of spirit; crank.

Adjective S.
easily irritated or annoyed; "an incorrigibly fractious young man"; "not the least nettlesome of his countrymen"

Adjective S.
(used of boats) inclined to heel over easily under sail


a.
Full of spirit; crank.

a.
Addicted to crotchets and whims; unreasonable in opinions; crotchety.

a.
Unsteady; easy to upset; crank.


Cranky

Crank"y (-?), a. 1. Full of spirit; crank. 2. Addicted to crotchets and whims; unreasonable in opinions; crotchety. [Colloq.] 3. Unsteady; easy to upset; crank.

Full of spirit; crank.

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Usage Examples

In my cranky old age, I actually prefer recording alone now, on 'The Simpsons,' for example, because I find that the director can just focus on what I'm doing and I can do a lot of variations. A lot of times, when I record with a group, I'll stay after class for another hour or two.

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Other Usage Examples

And when I look at my mother, I reflect on her strength and endurance. She's cranky sometimes, but she is lovable and loving. I'd be happy to be there at 86.

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