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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    irritable cranky testy grouchy grumpy peevish petulant querulous cantankerous cross ill-tempered choleric splenetic waspish snappish irascible fractious disagreeable unpleasant obstinate stubborn perverse contrary intractable uncooperative refractory difficult trying troublesome annoying vexing irritating exasperating infuriating

    Meaning of Cantankerous

    The primary meaning of the word "Cantankerous" refers to having a quarrelsome or ill-tempered disposition.

    Definitions

    • Having a quarrelsome or ill-tempered disposition
    • * Unwilling to cooperate or compromise
    • * Difficult to deal with or get along with

    Etymology of Cantankerous

    The word "Cantankerous" originated in the mid-19th century, likely derived from the words "cantanker" (to quarrel or dispute) and the suffix "-ous" (forming an adjective)
    Historically, the term has been used to describe individuals with a quarrelsome or argumentative nature

    Example Uses

    • The cantankerous old man would often argue with his neighbors over minor issues
    • * Her cantankerous attitude made it difficult for her to work with others
    • * The cantankerous customer complained about the service, even though it was excellent

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    affable amiable congenial cordial genial pleasant agreeable cooperative accommodating complaisant obliging friendly courteous polite considerate gentle mild placid serene calm tranquil peaceful

    Related Nouns

    temperament disposition personality character nature attitude behavior mood humor irritability peevishness querulousness obstinacy stubbornness perversity contrariness intractability uncooperativeness refractoriness difficulty trouble annoyance vexation irritation exasperation infuriation

    Related Verbs

    quarrel dispute argue bicker squabble wrangle contend struggle resist oppose defy refuse decline disagree object protest complain grumble murmur mutter sulk pout scowl frown glower

    Related Adjectives

    irritable cranky testy grouchy grumpy peevish petulant querulous cantankerous cross ill-tempered choleric splenetic waspish snappish irascible fractious disagreeable unpleasant obstinate stubborn perverse contrary intractable uncooperative refractory difficult trying troublesome annoying vexing irritating exasperating infuriating