Other forms: hangrier; hangriest
When you notice you're in a grumpy mood and can't figure out why until your stomach begins to growl in hunger, it turns out that you're just hangry—or upset because you're hungry.
Hangry is a playful term that combines the words "hungry" and "angry." It describes the grumpiness or irritability you feel when you need food right away. This feeling happens because your blood sugar drops, making you cranky and impatient. For example, you might become hangry if you miss lunch and have to wait too long for dinner. The word captures that mix of hunger and frustration perfectly, reminding us all to keep some snacks handy to avoid a hangry mood!