prickly

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

The bunk mattress was hard, the blankets prickly and slightly damp. 铺位上的床垫很硬，毛毯扎人且有点潮湿。

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

You know how prickly she is. 你知道她多么容易生气。

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. 这个问题很可能是棘手的。