Prickly
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British pronunciation/pɹˈɪkli/
American pronunciation/ˈpɹɪkɫi/

Definition & Meaning of "prickly"

prickly
01

having a tendency to become easily irritated or offended

02

having a texture that feels sharp, spiky, or rough to the touch

03

causing a stinging or tingling sensation

04

causing difficulty or discomfort

prickly

adj

prickle

n

prickliness

n

prickliness

n
example
Example
He became prickly when the topic of his past mistakes came up in conversation.
Conversations with him can be tricky due to his prickly personality.
His prickly attitude during the meeting frustrated the team and stifled collaboration.
Despite her prickly exterior, she cares deeply about her friends.
Her prickly personality made it difficult for others to approach her with feedback.
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