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What is a word for like grump?

There are many words you could use depending on the specific kind of grump you want to describe:

Formal:

* Cantankerous: Bad-tempered, argumentative, and uncooperative.

* Surly: Bad-tempered and unfriendly.

* Sullen: Gloomy and bad-tempered.

* Crabby: Grumpy and irritable, often associated with old age.

* Cross: Irritable and easily annoyed.

* Peevish: Easily irritated and complaining.

Informal:

* Cranky: Irritable and bad-tempered, often associated with old age.

* Grouchy: Bad-tempered and complaining.

* Mopey: Sad and gloomy.

* Grumbling: Complaining in a low voice.

* Sourpuss: A person who is always grumpy and unhappy.

* Curmudgeon: A bad-tempered and grumpy old man.

More specific:

* Misanthropic: Disliking or distrusting other people.

* Dyspeptic: Suffering from indigestion, and therefore irritable.

* Irascible: Easily angered.

* Testy: Easily irritated and impatient.

* Cantankerous: Aggressive and bad-tempered.

The best word to use will depend on the specific context and the tone you want to convey.

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