scrappy
adjective (1)
scrap·py
| \ ˈskra-pē
\
\
scrappier; scrappiest
Definition of scrappy
(Entry 1 of 2)
: consisting of scraps
scrappy meals
scrappy
adjective (2)
scrappier; scrappiest
Definition of scrappy (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: quarrelsome
2
: having an aggressive and determined spirit : feisty
Synonyms & Antonyms for scrappy
Synonyms: Adjective (2)
- aggressive,
- agonistic,
- argumentative,
- assaultive,
- bellicose,
- belligerent,
- brawly,
- chippy,
- combative,
- confrontational,
- contentious,
- discordant,
- disputatious,
- feisty,
- gladiatorial,
- militant,
- pugnacious,
- quarrelsome,
- truculent,
- warlike
Antonyms: Adjective (2)
- nonaggressive,
- nonbelligerent,
- pacific,
- peaceable,
- peaceful,
- unbelligerent,
- uncombative,
- uncontentious
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“Scrappy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/scrappy. Accessed 3 Oct. 2022.
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The first known use of scrappy was in 1837
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