bratty

adjective

Definition of brattynext
as in troublesome

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  1. troublesome
  2. mischievous
  3. upsetting
  4. offensive
  5. infuriating
Adjective
  • The instruments aboard Firefly's lander include a subsurface drill, an X-ray imager, and an experimental electrodynamic dust shield to test methods of repelling troublesome lunar dust from accumulating on sensitive spacecraft components.
    — Kristin Shaw, Ars Technica, 27 Feb. 2025
  • What’s new in season eight is the show’s shift toward depicting phones as active and troublesome disrupters of a relationship that might have otherwise been perfectly fine.
    — Kathryn VanArendonk, Vulture, 26 Feb. 2025
Definition of troublesome
Adjective
  • Michelle Trachtenberg's fans are remembering her in one of her most mischievous roles.
    — Angela Andaloro, People.com, 26 Feb. 2025
  • Addressing his health issues and impact of his Parkinson’s diagnosis, the film showcases the central role music continues to play in Ozzy’s life, also proving his mischievous sense of humor remains resolutely intact, despite it all.
    — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 25 Feb. 2025
Definition of mischievous
Adjective
  • My nose and mouth were full of blood, guts and a deep, upsetting warmth.
    — Stephanie Nolasco, Fox News, 27 Feb. 2025
  • Therefore, when something upsetting happens, the children’s schedule still stays intact.
    — Jann Blackstone, Chicago Tribune, 25 Feb. 2025
Definition of upsetting
Adjective
  • Tyla’s use of the word was not only considered egregious and offensive, but also a denial of her Blackness.
    — Funmi Fetto, Vogue, 25 Feb. 2025
  • This year, Poles can spend big on his offensive line and feel good about it.
    — Adam Jahns, The Athletic, 25 Feb. 2025
Definition of offensive
Adjective
  • That sounds like an infuriating way to look at a painting.
    — Matt Zoller Seitz, Vulture, 16 Jan. 2025
  • The process becomes even more infuriating when life-threatening illness lurks in the background.
    — Arthur E Palamara, Orlando Sentinel, 14 Dec. 2024
Definition of infuriating
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