😠surly

adjective
/ˈsɜːrli/

Meaning

bad-tempered and unfriendly

Example Sentences

The waiter gave us a surly look when we asked for more water.

Synonyms

gruff, rude, irritable, unfriendly, cranky

Antonyms

friendly, pleasant, cheerful

Collocations

surly attitude, surly mood, surly expression, surly teenager

Related Vocabularies

Relating to or characterized by industry.
suddenly shocked or surprised by something unexpected
Extremely tiring and demanding.
soft and limp; lacking firmness; drooping
Tending to avoid commitment or self-revelation, especially by responding only indirectly.
protected from disease or from the effects of something

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