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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

cranky

/kræŋki/ adjective · British & US
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What does cranky mean?

adjective

Feeling or showing irritation, annoyance, or impatience; irritable. Often used to describe someone who is easily annoyed or upset.

Example

"After a long day, she was feeling cranky and just wanted to go home."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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