English Synonym Finder

cranky

Definitions

Easily irritated or annoyed; bad-tempered.

In a state of disrepair or functioning poorly due to age or neglect.

Subject to sudden, unpredictable changes in mood or operation.

Examples

The toddler became very cranky because he missed his afternoon nap.

I always feel a bit cranky when I haven't had my morning coffee yet.

Synonyms

irritable grumpy crabby grouchy testy petulant cross

Antonyms

cheerful happy pleasant good-natured amiable jolly content