The difference between Cranky and Grumpy

When used as adjectives, cranky means weak, unwell, whereas grumpy means dissatisfied and irritable.


check bellow for the other definitions of Cranky and Grumpy

  1. Cranky as an adjective (obsolete):

    Weak, unwell.

  2. Cranky as an adjective (of a machine, etc.):

    Not in good working condition.

    Examples:

    "synonyms: shaky"

  3. Cranky as an adjective:

    Grouchy, irritable; easily upset.

    Examples:

    "He got home from a long day at work tired and cranky."

  4. Cranky as an adjective:

    Not in perfect mental working order; eccentric, peculiar.

  5. Cranky as an adjective (archaic):

    Full of spirit; spirited.

  1. Grumpy as an adjective:

    Dissatisfied and irritable.

    Examples:

    "Tommy feels very grumpy today because his friend stole his ball."

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