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curmudgeonly

 

Definitions from WordNet

Adjective curmudgeonly has 1 sense
  1. crusty, curmudgeonly, gruff, ill-humored, ill-humoured - brusque and surly and forbidding; "crusty remarks"; "a crusty old man"; "his curmudgeonly temper"; "gruff manner"; "a gruff reply"
    Antonym: good-natured (indirect, via ill-natured)

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Curmudgeonly

Definition:

Curmudgeonly is an adjective used to describe someone who is ill-tempered, grouchy, or easily irritated.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Having or showing a bad-tempered or surly disposition.

Example sentence: The curmudgeonly old man couldn't stand loud noises and would often yell at the neighborhood kids playing outside.

Sense 2:

Characteristic of or resembling a curmudgeon, someone who is eccentric or difficult

Example sentence: The curmudgeonly professor was known for his quirky teaching methods and strictness.

Usage:

Curmudgeonly can be used as an adjective to describe a person's behavior, personality, or attitude.

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