Basic Details
Word: Cranky
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Someone who is easily irritated or in a bad mood.
Synonyms: irritable, grumpy, cross
Antonyms: cheerful, pleasant, relaxed
Idioms and Phrases
- Cranky as a cat: Used to describe a person who is exceptionally irritable. Example: "After missing breakfast, he was as cranky as a cat all day."
- Crank up the fun: To make a situation more enjoyable or fun. Example: "To crank up the fun at the party, we brought in games and music."
Usage Examples
Example 1: When she woke up late for school, she felt cranky and didn't want to talk to anyone.
Example 2: The cranky child threw a tantrum when his toy broke.
Example 3: After a long day at work, he became cranky and just wanted to relax at home.
Fun Fact
Interestingly, the word "cranky" is derived from the 18th century and has ties to the Dutch word "krank," which means "sick" or "weak." It evolved to describe a person who is “sick-tempered†or irritable!
Famous Quote
"There’s a fine line between a long drive and a cranky driver." — Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "cranky" mean?
a) Happy and cheerful
b) Easily irritated or in a bad mood
c) Full of energy
d) Very tall
Answer: b) Easily irritated or in a bad mood
2. Which of these is a synonym of "cranky"?
a) Cheerful
b) Grumpy
c) Friendly
d) Calm
Answer: b) Grumpy
3. Which sentence uses "cranky" correctly?
a) The cranky sun shone bright overhead.
b) The cranky child was upset because he lost his favourite toy.
c) The cranky tree grew taller every day.
d) The cranky dog danced happily on the grass.
Answer: b) The cranky child was upset because he lost his favourite toy.
4. Which idiom means the same as "cranky"?
a) Crank up the fun
b) Cranky as a cat
c) As happy as a lark
d) In the same boat
Answer: b) Cranky as a cat
5. What is the opposite of "cranky"?
a) N/A
b) Grumpy
c) Cheerful
d) Cross
Answer: c) Cheerful
