Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mardy
adjective
/ˈmɑːr.di/
Definition
Mardy is an informal term often used in British English to describe someone who is sulky or bad-tempered, particularly someone who is easily irritated or grumpy.
Examples
- She was feeling mardy after receiving criticism at work.
- Whenever things don’t go his way, he becomes quite mardy.
- Don’t be so mardy about missing the game; there will be others!
Meaning
The word is typically associated with someone who shows a petulant demeanor or appears to be in a bad mood without a significant reason.
Synonyms
- moody
- grumpy
- sulky
- petulant
