If someone is grouchy, they are very bad-tempered and complain a lot. Your grandmother has nothing to stop her from being bored, grouchy, and lonely.
What is a cranky person like?
The definition of cranky is someone grumpy, ill-tempered and irritable, or a machine that doesn't work well, or something eccentric or strange. A grumpy person who is always frowning and yelling is an example of someone who would be described as cranky.
How do you deal with a cranky person?
Here are some of the best ways you can cope with cranky people so they don't negatively impact your mood:
- Use a kind—or at least neutral—tone. ...
- Try reversing your reaction. ...
- Don't take it (too) personally. ...
- Break it up with a time out. ...
- Create a crankiness code word.
