Crossly

usgb/ˈkrɔːsli/
adverb

In an annoyed or angry way.

She looked at him crossly and stormed out of the room.
Visual representation of "crossly" - In an annoyed or angry way

Often appears as...

  • looked crossly
  • said crossly
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Emotional Tone

Shows the speaker's irritation or annoyance rather than just being straightforward or neutral.

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He asked crossly why dinner wasn't ready yet.
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Negative Feelings

Conveys the speaker's negative emotions, signaling displeasure or a short temper.

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She replied crossly when interrupted during her work.
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Intensity Varies

Intensity can range from mildly annoyed to very angry based on context.

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His tone grew crossly as the argument continued.
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