ornery

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(or-ner-y) 3 syllables

Definition

adjective. bad-tempered and combative; difficult to deal with.

Example Sentence

The dog is ornery about getting in the car.

More Example Sentences

The ornery cat hissed at everyone around.

Synonyms

grumpy; cranky; irritable

Antonyms

friendly; pleasant; agreeable

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Rhymes

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