noun

grump

gruhmp

Grump (noun) means a person who is habitually irritable or complaining. Example: “Don't mind him, he's just an old grump.”

noun

A person who is habitually irritable or complaining.

"Don't mind him, he's just an old grump."

verb

To complain or act irritably.

"She grumped about having to work the weekend."

How to use grump

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomeone who complains a lot, or the act of doing so.

When to use it

Informal.

Easily confused with

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Word forms

grumped past tense, grumps plural, grumps singular

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Etymology

Origin uncertain, possibly an alteration of an older word grum with a similar meaning.

Synonyms

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Rhymes for grump

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Frequently asked questions

What does “grump” mean?

The word “grump” means a person who is habitually irritable or complaining. In plain terms, someone who complains a lot, or the act of doing so.

How do you pronounce “grump”?

“Grump” is pronounced gruhmp (/ɡɹʌmp/ in IPA).

How do you use “grump” in a sentence?

Here is “grump” used in a sentence: “Don't mind him, he's just an old grump.”

What part of speech is “grump”?

Depending on how it is used, “grump” can be a noun and a verb.

How many meanings does “grump” have?

“Grump” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who is habitually irritable or complaining.

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