Thorny
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈθɔːni/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Thorny is an adjective meaning (literally) Having thorns or spines.
Meaning
(literally) Having thorns or spines.
More Meanings
- Troublesome or vexatious.
- Aloof and irritable.
Example Sentences
thorny issues
the steep and thorny way to heaven
Six weeks into the renegotiation of the North American Free Trade Agreement, the thorniest issues surrounding the pact remain unresolved.
Station capacity in London, Paris, Brussels and Amsterdam remains a thorny issue, as does obtaining suitable Channel Tunnel-compliant trains.
Word Forms
- thornier
- thorniest
Synonyms for thorny
Depending on context, synonyms include prickly, spiny, hard, difficult, bristly, bristled.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include spiny, burry, barbellate, bristled, bristly, briary.
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