The difference between Cranky and Irascible
When used as adjectives, cranky means weak, unwell, whereas irascible means easily provoked to outbursts of anger.
check bellow for the other definitions of Cranky and Irascible
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Cranky as an adjective (obsolete):
Weak, unwell.
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Cranky as an adjective (of a machine, etc.):
Not in good working condition.
Examples:
"synonyms: shaky"
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Cranky as an adjective:
Grouchy, irritable; easily upset.
Examples:
"He got home from a long day at work tired and cranky."
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Cranky as an adjective:
Not in perfect mental working order; eccentric, peculiar.
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Cranky as an adjective (archaic):
Full of spirit; spirited.
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Irascible as an adjective:
Easily provoked to outbursts of anger; irritable.