Definition

More irritable or easily annoyed than usual.

Example

After a long day at work, I felt crankier than ever.

Conversation

Have you noticed that I've been a bit crankier lately?

Yeah, I thought it was just me!

I guess I just need more sleep to feel better.

That makes sense; lack of sleep can definitely make anyone crankier.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Crankier → It is formed from "cranky" (originating from the dialectal English word "crank", meaning ill-tempered or irritable) and the suffix "-ier" (meaning more). The word "crankier" means more irritable or more ill-tempered than something or someone else.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'more irritable' — 'cranky' describes that mood, and '-ier' indicates a greater degree. This helps you remember that 'crankier' means someone who is even more cranky.

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