sourpuss
Sourpuss (noun) means a person who is usually grumpy, gloomy, or scowling. Example: “Don't be such a sourpuss, it's only a little rain.”
How to use sourpuss
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA grump — someone who always looks miserable or annoyed.
Informal and a little affectionate-teasing rather than harsh.
Word forms
sourpussed past tense, sourpusses plural, sourpusses singular
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Don't be such a _____, it's only a little rain.
Etymology
From sour ("bad-tempered") + puss, old slang for "face" or "mouth."
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “sourpuss” mean?
The word “sourpuss” means a person who is usually grumpy, gloomy, or scowling. In plain terms, a grump — someone who always looks miserable or annoyed.
How do you pronounce “sourpuss”?
“Sourpuss” is pronounced SOW-uh-puus (/ˈsaʊə(ɹ)ˌpʊs/ in IPA).
How do you use “sourpuss” in a sentence?
Here is “sourpuss” used in a sentence: “Don't be such a sourpuss, it's only a little rain.”
What part of speech is “sourpuss”?
“Sourpuss” is a noun.