Grum
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɡɹʌm/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Grum is an adjective meaning Morose, stern, surly, sullen.
Meaning
Morose, stern, surly, sullen.
More Meanings
- Low, deep in the throat; guttural
Example Sentences
a grum voice
She cast a speculative look upon her husband, silent and grum as if he had been thus gruffly carved out of wood.
Look not so grum at me; there is something to make thee more cheerful. (Offering him money with one hand, while he receives the bag with the other.)
Word Forms
- grummer
- grummest
Synonyms for grum
Depending on context, synonyms include glum, grim, sour.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include morose, grumpish, glum, sombre, grim, surly.
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