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Meaning of thorny
The primary meaning of the word "thorny" is having or resembling thorns, or being difficult or problematic.
Etymology of thorny
The word "thorny" comes from the Old English word "þorn", meaning thorn, and the suffix "-y", forming an adjective
Historically, the word has been used to describe plants with thorns, and later extended to describe difficult or problematic situations
Synonyms
prickly
spiny
bristly
briary
spinous
pointed
sharp
jagged
rugged
rocky
difficult
problematic
troublesome
contentious
disputed
debated
argumentative
combative
quarrelsome
fractious
irksome
vexing
annoying
irritating
bothersome
pesky
nettlesome
painful
sensitive
delicate
touchy
ticklish
precarious
perilous
hazardous
risky
dangerous
Definitions
- Having thorns, or being covered with or resembling thorns
- Difficult or problematic, causing discomfort or trouble
- (Of a question or issue) complicated or contentious, and likely to cause disagreement or argument
Usage Examples
- The thorny stem of the rose bush made it difficult to handle
- The company is facing a thorny problem with their new product launch
- The thorny issue of taxation has been debated by politicians for years
Antonyms
smooth
easy
simple
straightforward
uncomplicated
unproblematic
effortless
painless
harmless
safe
risk-free
secure
stable
calm
peaceful
serene
tranquil
untroubled
undisputed
uncontroversial
non-contentious
amicable
friendly
cooperative