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ORNERY

(adj.sat, adj.)
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There are 4 meanings of the word Ornery.

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Ornery - as an adjective satellite

Having a difficult and contrary disposition

Example: "A cantankerous and venomous-tongued old lady"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cantankerous18crotchety19

Ornery - as an adjective

Cantankerous, stubborn, disagreeable.

Mischievous, prankish, teasing, disagreeable but in a good way.

Commonplace, inferior.

Example Sentences

"He is known for his ornery personality."
"The ornery cat hissed at anyone who tried to approach it."
"She became ornery when she didn't get her way."
"The ornery customer complained about every little thing."
"Despite his ornery nature, he had a few close friends."
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Word Game Points

Is ORNERY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ornery is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ORNERY has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is ORNERY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, ornery is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ORNERY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is ORNERY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, ornery is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ORNERY has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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