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Cranky
adjective
/ˈkɹæŋki/
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Word Frequency:
0.4
Definitions
1.
adjective
Weak, unwell.
2.
adjective
(of a machine, etc.) Not in good working condition.
3.
adjective
Grouchy, grumpy, irritable; easily upset.
"He got home from a long day at work tired and cranky."
4.
adjective
Not in perfect mental working order; eccentric, peculiar.
5.
adjective
Full of spirit; spirited.
Synonyms
shaky
unstable
crank
nettlesome
fractious
petulant
irritable
tetchy
testy
pettish
peevish
ill-natured
Rhymes With
lanky
skanky
manky
hanky panky
hankie
hanky
blankie
frankie
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