What does shirty mean?
Shirty means (chiefly Australia, UK, informal) Ill-tempered or annoyed..
Shirty
/ˈʃɝ.ti/ · adjective
Meaning
(chiefly Australia, UK, informal) Ill-tempered or annoyed..
Example Sentences
"You ain't shirty 'cause I kissed yer last night?" "I'm not shirty; but it was pretty cool, considerin' like as I didn't know yer."
"Well, so help me Bob, you are a shirty old cow, Mudgy."
Synonyms for shirty
Antonyms for shirty
Related Words
Word Forms
- shirtier
- shirtiest
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for shirty?
Common synonyms include ill-natured, snorty.
What is the opposite of shirty?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use shirty in a sentence?
"You ain't shirty 'cause I kissed yer last night?" "I'm not shirty; but it was pretty cool, considerin' like as I didn't know yer."
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