spiky

• Décrit quelque chose qui a des pointes acérées ou des épines, ou une personne qui s'irrite facilement ou avec qui il est difficile de traiter.

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.

   hérissé de pointes

   • 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.

   Synonymesbarbedbristlypointedpricklysharpspikedspinythorny

   Antonymesbluntdullroundedsmoothsoft

2. High-pitched or sharp soundB2informal

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

   Son aigu et perçant

   • 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.

   Synonymeshigh-pitchedpiercingscreechysharpshrillsqueakystrident

3. Irritable or easily angeredB2informal

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

   irascible

   • 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.

   Synonymescantankerousirascibleirritablepricklysnappishtestytouchy

   Antonymescalmeven-temperedgood-naturedplacid