Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
grinch
noun
/ɡrɪntʃ/
Definition
A grinch is a person who is considered to be mean-spirited or to dislike Christmas and festive cheer.
Examples
- My neighbor is such a grinch; he never puts up any holiday decorations.
- She acted like a grinch when we invited her to the party.
Meaning
The term often refers to someone who is grumpy or who tries to spoil the joy and happiness of others.
Synonyms
- killjoy
- scrooge
- miser
