prickly

1. ADJ Something that is prickly feels rough and uncomfortable, as if it has a lot of prickles. 紥人的

The bunk mattress was hard, the blankets prickly and slightly damp. 鋪位上的牀墊很硬，毛毯紥人且有點潮溼。

2. ADJ Someone who is prickly loses their temper or gets upset very easily. 易怒的; 易生氣的

You know how prickly she is. 你知道她多麼容易生氣。

3. ADJ A prickly issue or subject is one that is rather complicated and difficult to discuss or resolve. 棘手的

The issue is likely to prove a prickly one. 這個問題很可能是棘手的。