Want to say crankily differently? Here are other words for crankily and its similar synonyms and opposite words to say in unique way.
Meaning of crankily
The primary meaning of the word "crankily" is in an irritable or ill-tempered manner.
Etymology of crankily
The word "crankily" has its roots in the noun "crank," which originated in the 14th century and referred to a bend or turn, later also meaning a whim or caprice
The adjective "cranky" emerged in the 19th century, initially meaning full of bends or turns, and later taking on the sense of irritable or ill-tempered
The adverb "crankily" is a derivation of the adjective "cranky," and it retains the sense of irritable or ill-tempered manner
Synonyms
irritably
gruffly
testily
peevishly
petulantly
crossly
snappishly
waspishly
cantankerously
grumpily
sullenly
morosely
glumly
gloomily
dourly
sourly
tartly
acrimoniously
bitterly
resentfully
indignantly
disgruntledly
disapprovingly
critically
carpingly
snappily
shortly
curtly
brusquely
abrasively
caustically
acridly
Definitions
- In an irritable or ill-tempered manner
- * Having or showing a tendency to be irritable or ill-tempered
Usage Examples
- He spoke crankily to the waiter, complaining about the slow service
- * She replied crankily to the email, feeling annoyed by the tone of the message
- * The old man walked crankily down the street, grumbling to himself about the noise
Antonyms
calmly
patiently
gently
kindly
softly
sweetly
politely
courteously
affably
genially
warmly
friendly
cheerfully
brightly
pleasantly
agreeably
peacefully
quietly
mildly
moderately
temperately
serenely