Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

grouch

noun
/ɡraʊtʃ/
Definition
A grouch is a person who frequently complains or is in a bad mood.
Examples
  • Despite being notorious as a grouch, he was actually quite friendly once you got to know him.
  • She always seemed to be in a grouch, frowning at everything around her.
  • Don’t mind him; he’s just a grouch before his morning coffee!
Meaning
To express unhappiness or dissatisfaction, often in a grumbling manner.
Synonyms
  • grumbler
  • complainer
  • miserable person
  • killjoy
  • curmudgeon