The difference between Cantankerous and Irascible
When used as adjectives, cantankerous means given to or marked by an ill-tempered nature, whereas irascible means easily provoked to outbursts of anger.
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Cantankerous as an adjective:
Given to or marked by an ill-tempered nature; ill-tempered, cranky, surly, crabby.
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Irascible as an adjective:
Easily provoked to outbursts of anger; irritable.