crossly Definition
- 1in an angry or annoyed way
- 2in a way that shows disapproval or criticism
Using crossly: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "crossly" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
She looked at him crossly and told him to leave.
Example
He spoke crossly to the waiter when his order was delayed.
Example
The teacher scolded the student crossly for not paying attention in class.
crossly Synonyms and Antonyms
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Summary: crossly in Brief
'Crossly' [ˈkrɒsli] is an adverb that describes someone's behavior when they are angry, annoyed, or showing disapproval or criticism. It is often used to describe how someone speaks or looks at another person, as in 'She looked at him crossly and told him to leave.'
