crossly
Translation
crossly, angrily, irritably
Examples
'What do you want?' he asked crossly.
'What do you want?' he asked crossly.
Grammar Patterns
to ((do sth.)) crossly to speak crossly
Similar Words
Synonyms: angrily, irritably, grumpily; Antonyms: happily, pleasantly
Etymology
From the adjective 'cross' (meaning angry) + the adverbial suffix '-ly'.
Memory Tips
Imagine someone with their arms 'crossed' looking angry. This visual links the word 'cross' to the feeling of anger.