Curmudgeon
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /kɜːˈmʌdʒ.ən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Curmudgeon is a noun meaning An ill-tempered person full of stubborn ideas or opinions, often an older man.
Meaning
An ill-tempered person full of stubborn ideas or opinions, often an older man.
More Meanings
- (archaic) A miser.
Example Sentences
How to Be a Curmudgeon on the Internet
How should I respond, without appearing to be a curmudgeon?
Near-synonyms: crank, grump; grumpy pants (often childish), sourpuss, grouch
John Doe's old age and stubborn aversion to new ideas make him a curmudgeon of a candidate.
Word Forms
- curmudgeons
Synonyms for curmudgeon
Depending on context, synonyms include crank, grump, sourpuss, grouch.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include crab, grundy, grudgeholder, cynic, doctrinaire, opinionist.
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