spiky

• Beschreibt etwas, das scharfe Spitzen oder Stacheln hat, oder einen Menschen, der leicht reizbar ist oder mit dem man schwer umgehen kann.

Describes something that has sharp points or spikes, or a person who is easily annoyed or difficult to deal with.

1. Having sharp pointsB1formal

   Covered with or having many sharp points or spikes.

   Stachelig

   • The hedgehog has a spiky coat for protection.
   • She wore a spiky bracelet made of metal.
   • The plant has spiky leaves that can prick your skin.

   Synonymebarbedbristlypointedpricklysharpspikedspinythorny

   Antonymebluntdullroundedsmoothsoft

2. High-pitched or sharp soundB2informal

   Describing a sound that is sharp, piercing, or has especially high-pitched spots.

   Scharf und durchdringend

   • The song had a spiky synth melody that cut through the mix.
   • His voice sounded spiky and harsh during the argument.
   • The alarm emitted a spiky, irritating tone.

   Synonymehigh-pitchedpiercingscreechysharpshrillsqueakystrident

3. Irritable or easily angeredB2informal

   Tending to be easily annoyed or quick to react with anger.

   Reizbar

   • He's been a bit spiky lately, snapping at everyone.
   • Her spiky attitude made the meeting uncomfortable.
   • Don't be so spiky; I was just asking a question.

   Synonymecantankerousirascibleirritablepricklysnappishtestytouchy

   Antonymecalmeven-temperedgood-naturedplacid