scrappy

/ˈskræpi/

Definitions

1. adjective

having or showing a strong and energetic personality; feisty

“She was a scrappy little fighter who never backed down.”

2. adjective

relating to or characteristic of scrap or waste

“The scrappy remnants of the old machinery were sold for scrap.”

3. noun

a small, scrappy, or worthless item

“The scrappy old watch was still ticking away.”

Synonyms

  • feisty
  • fierce
  • spirited

Antonyms

  • submissive
  • timid