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Meaning of grumpiness
The state of being grumpy or having a bad temper
Etymology of grumpiness
The word "grumpiness" originated from the noun "grump", which is believed to have come from the Middle English word "grum", meaning "surly" or "sullen"
The suffix "-iness" is added to form the noun "grumpiness", indicating a state or quality of being grumpy
Synonyms
irritability
testiness
grouchy
crankiness
cantankerousness
petulance
sullenness
sulking
moroseness
gruffness
curmudgeonliness
peevishness
crossness
crabiness
crankiness
ill humor
bad temper
shortness
fussiness
touchiness
prickliness
waspishness
irascibility
cholericness
biliousness
fractiousness
querulousness
complaining
carping
growling
snarling
snapping
glowering
Definitions
- A feeling or mood of ill temper, irritability, or sullenness
- * A state of being grumpy or having a bad temper, often characterized by a tendency to complain or be irritable
Usage Examples
- The grumpiness of the old man was legendary in the town, and people often avoided talking to him
- * After a sleepless night, she woke up with a bad case of grumpiness and couldn't shake it off throughout the day
- * His grumpiness was so intense that it made everyone in the office feel uncomfortable and try to avoid him
Antonyms
cheerfulness
pleasantness
affability
geniality
cordiality
warmth
friendliness
courtesy
politeness
kindness
gentleness
softness
mildness
calmness
serenity
tranquility
peacefulness
happiness
joyfulness
jolliness
conviviality
warmth
approachability