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grouch Definition

☆ grouch (gro̵uc̸h)

intransitive verb

to grumble or complain in a sulky way

Etymology: < earlier grutch < ME grucchen: see grudge

noun

  1. a person who grouches continually
  2. a grumbling or sulky mood
  3. a complaint

grouch* Synonyms

grouch*

n.

complainer, grumbler, grump, malcontent, growler, bear*, sourpuss*, sorehead*, crab*, crank*, griper*, bellyacher*, grouser*, kicker*.

grouch* Synonyms

grouch*

v.

mutter, grumble, gripe*; see complain 1.

grouch Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • have: While Film Journal International observed that ' seldom have grouches, misfits and, yes, nerds seemed so endearing ' .

Adjective modifier

  • old: Implosion of meaning, I suppose, or is this just me being an old grouch?
  • grumpy: Some babies just seem to be born happy, whilst others are just grumpy grouches.