Grumpy

ˈɡrʌm.pi

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Irritable and bad-tempered.

He woke up feeling grumpy after a poor night's sleep.

In a bad mood; displeased.

The grumpy old man yelled at the kids playing in the park.

Characterized by a tendency to be unhappy or irritable.

She was grumpy all day because of the rain.

Having a sour or unfriendly attitude.

Despite his grumpy appearance, he was actually quite friendly.

Early 19th century, possibly from 'grump', a variant of 'grumble'.

grumpy old man

An older person who is often irritable and difficult.

woke up on the wrong side of the bed

To be irritable or grumpy without any apparent reason.

grump

A person who is grumpy.

grouch

A person who complains or is in a bad mood.

mood

A temporary state of mind or feeling.

Having a bad attitude.

He's such a grump today, better stay away from him.

Acting sour or displeased.

She was all grumpy after missing the bus.