Grouch (Noun)
Meaning
A bad-tempered person.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- My grandfather can be a bit of a grouch in the mornings before he's had his coffee.
- The old man who always complains about the noise is quite the grouch.
- After a long day, John becomes a grouch and snaps at everyone.
- She's always grumpy in the mornings, a total grouch who doesn't want to talk to anyone.
- Living in a small apartment can turn anyone into a grouch if they're not careful.