Part of Speech: adjective
Definition: irritable, bad-tempered, or moody
Pronunciations: US: /ˈnɑrki/, UK: /ˈnɑːki/
Origin and Usage: The word "narky" is a slang term that originated in Britain in the early 20th century. It is believed to have come from the word "nark," which means "informant" or "police officer." The term "narky" is commonly used in British and Australian English to describe someone who is irritable, bad-tempered, or moody.
Synonyms: grumpy, irritable, moody, testy, touchy
Related Words: crank, snark
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