ornery (Meaning)
ornery (s)
having a difficult and contrary disposition
Synonyms & Antonyms of ornery
Synonyms:
- ill-humored
- grumpy
- crabby
- testy
- irascible
- peevish
- grouchy
- upset
- petulant
- crotchety
- ill-tempered
- bearish
- exasperated
- acid
- snappish
- splenetic
- bloody-minded
- indignant
- ill-natured
- mad
- querulous
Antonyms:
- bubbly
- good-humored
- cheerful
- patient
- cheery
- glad
- good-humored
- vivacious
- good-tempered
- calm
- nice
- content
- happy
- placid
- cheerful
- lively
- good-tempered
- calm
- effervescent
- vivacious
- bubbly
- content
- joyful
- nice
- cheery
- lively
- glad
- lighthearted
- placid
- patient
- exuberant
- joyful
- happy
- exuberant
- effervescent
- lighthearted
ornery Sentence Examples
- The old tomcat was known for his ornery disposition, hissing and scratching at anyone who came near.
- The ornery neighbor refused to cooperate with the HOA, making life difficult for the entire community.
- The ornery toddler threw a tantrum when he couldn't get his way, kicking and screaming until his parents gave in.
- The ornery stallion resisted all attempts to be bridled, bucking and rearing at the slightest pressure.
- The ornery donkey brayed loudly and stubbornly refused to move from the road, blocking traffic for hours.
- The ornery professor was notorious for his harsh demeanor, berating students who dared to question his authority.
- The ornery boxer had a reputation for winning by sheer grit and determination, outlasting his opponents with relentless punches.
- The ornery old man sat on his porch, grumbling about the changing times and refusing to accept any help.
- The ornery mountain lion prowled the forest, hunting for prey with its keen senses and solitary nature.
- The ornery teacher scolded the unruly students, her voice sharp and unforgiving as she threatened punishment.
FAQs About the word ornery
having a difficult and contrary disposition
dyspeptic, cantankerous, disagreeable, angry,irritable, surly, bilious, ill-humored, grumpy, crabby
friendly, amicable, friendly, sweet, agreeable, agreeable, congenial, pleasant,amiable, gentle
The old tomcat was known for his ornery disposition, hissing and scratching at anyone who came near.
The ornery neighbor refused to cooperate with the HOA, making life difficult for the entire community.
The ornery toddler threw a tantrum when he couldn't get his way, kicking and screaming until his parents gave in.
The ornery stallion resisted all attempts to be bridled, bucking and rearing at the slightest pressure.
