mardy Meaning & Definition
/ˈmɑːdi/
What Does Mardy Mean?
Mardy is used as an adjective meaning Sulky or whining. It is also used to mean Non-cooperative, bad-tempered or terse in communication; grumpy. As a noun, it means A sulky, whiny mood; a fit of petulance.
Mardy: Key Facts
| Part of speech | adjective, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈmɑːdi/ |
| Plural | mardies |
| Comparative / superlative | mardier, mardiest |
Mardy Definition (Adjective)
- Sulky or whining.
He's a mardy child.
- Non-cooperative, bad-tempered or terse in communication; grumpy.
Mardy as a Noun
- A sulky, whiny mood; a fit of petulance.
Adjective
- Non-co-operative, bad-tempered or terse in communication.
Synonyms of Mardy
The source does not list synonyms for this entry.
Mardy synonyms and antonyms →Mardy in a Sentence
He's a mardy child.
Word Forms & Grammar
mardy (comparative mardier, superlative mardiest)
mardy (plural mardies)
Origin of Mardy
Probably from marred + -y.
Common Questions About Mardy
Is mardy an adjective or a noun?
Mardy is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a noun.
What is the plural of mardy?
The plural of mardy is mardies.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of mardy?
The comparative form is mardier and the superlative form is mardiest.