CRANKISH Synonyms: 71 Similar and Opposite Words

crankish

adjective

Definition of crankish

as in eccentric

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With his eccentric fashion sense and dance moves, lovelorn almost-leading man Duckie remains one of teen cinema’s most memorable characters.

— Sezin Devi Koehler, Entertainment Weekly, 24 Oct. 2026
Just then, Klara meets Josie (Mia Tharia), an eccentric teen, and her distant single mother, Chrissy (Amy Adams).

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of eccentric

Adjective

Certain oils can soften dry, flaky skin and help reduce moisture loss, which may be especially helpful if your scalp feels tight or dry after shampooing.

— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 17 Oct. 2026
The rich, creamy filling combines tender chicken, vegetables, and seasonings, while the golden, flaky pastry baked on top adds a perfect crunch.

— Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of flaky

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With its orange boxes and quirky prints, Hermès could be seen as whimsical, but it was usually associated with uptight parents and grandparents.

— Marisa Meltzer, Vanity Fair, 19 Oct. 2026
Under consideration are events hosted with local venues, like the Ridgefield Playhouse, and gallery shows with quirky concepts such as record covers featuring people wearing space helmets.

— Dina Cheney, Washington Post, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of quirky

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Instead, the name of the game is to create pockets of stability in an inherently volatile business.

— Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 22 Oct. 2026
Targeting a smaller raise could protect a higher valuation, but might trigger skepticism over how the AI firm will fund its massive infrastructure needs in a volatile bond market.

— Justin Zacks, CNBC, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of volatile

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Unlike more overtly depressive takes on this role, Bos’ Hamlet is impetuous and sardonic, often bounding up three stairs in a single step and unspooling his words, words, words as if his mouth can’t keep up with his restless mind.

— Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2026
Aegon, dragged out of King’s Landing by spymaster Lord Larys Strong (Matthew Needham) in an effort to save him from the fratricidal Aemond, gets an up-close look at the petty tyrants who have sprouted up in the countryside thanks to his impetuous rule.

— Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 18 June 2026

Definition of impetuous

Adjective

After a handful of supremely mellow releases that blended lurching ’90s breakbeats with wintry, Mazzy Star-like songwriting, their third album dives into a vat of mercurial distortion and slippery, all-consuming bass.

— Sam Goldner, Pitchfork, 27 Oct. 2026
Europe needs a better offer, grounded in its own capabilities rather than those of its mercurial ally.

— Claas Mertens, Foreign Affairs, 19 Oct. 2026

Definition of mercurial

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