curmudgeon

[US]/kəˈmʌdʒən/
[UK]/kərˈmʌdʒən/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a bad-tempered or surly person; a miser; a grumpy person; a skinflint

Phrases & Collocations

grumpy curmudgeon

old curmudgeon

curmudgeon at heart

curmudgeon in disguise

curmudgeon behavior

curmudgeon mentality

curmudgeon attitude

curmudgeon remarks

curmudgeon tendencies

curmudgeon persona

Example Sentences

my neighbor is a real curmudgeon who complains about everything.

don't be such a curmudgeon; join us for the party!

the old man is known as a curmudgeon in the neighborhood.

even curmudgeons can have a soft spot for animals.

he acts like a curmudgeon, but he really cares about his friends.

curmudgeons often miss out on the joys of life.

she called him a curmudgeon for always grumbling about the weather.

his curmudgeon attitude makes it hard to enjoy family gatherings.

it’s hard to deal with a curmudgeon when you're trying to have fun.

despite being a curmudgeon, he has a great sense of humor.

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