1. 3 synonyms for Crankiness: crotchetiness, grumpiness, contrariness

2. Synonyms for Cantankerousness include tetchiness, irritability, testiness, irascibility, peevishness, grumpiness, petulance, grouchiness, crankiness and crossness

3. Crankiness: 1 n a fussy and eccentric disposition Synonyms: contrariness , crotchetiness , grumpiness Type of: ill nature a disagreeable, irritable, or malevolent disposition

4. Only downside is the server and Barista were both very transparent in their unhappiness and grumpiness despite serving up a high quality espresso drink

5. Crabby and Plankton's attempts at understanding and friendship provide good examples for beginning readers." --- Kirkus Reviews Praise for Hello, Crabby! (A Crabby Book #1): "Crabby's persistent grumpiness and the patient plankton's exasperation are shown clearly in their expressive eyes and mouths as well as their dialogue.