Narky (adjective / UK Slang)
(Also heard as: Narked, Nark, Proper narky)
Definition:
Narky means irritable, bad-tempered or snappy.
Where Narky Comes From:
It comes from “nark”, a word that meant to annoy or irritate, which is linked to older slang for a police informer.
How People Actually Use Narky:
Used when someone is in a mood: “don’t be narky with me”. It is a mild, everyday word.
Is Narky Rude?
Not rude.
Examples in the Wild:
- “Don’t be narky, I only asked.”Meaning: Don’t be so snappy, I just asked.
- “She’s been narky all morning.”Meaning: She has been irritable all morning.
- “I get narky when I’m hungry.”Meaning: I get bad-tempered when I’m hungry.
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