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Grumpy
Negative Emotion![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
Grumpy suggests a temporary mood, not a permanent trait, often due to specific reasons. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/tSwQzNIsrwG0xmILL6k5Eug6k4.webp)
Not Serious![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
Grumpy can imply a less serious, more tolerable level of annoyance than outright anger. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/dJtKf5mP9MEJk7K6c3HGjRtbnM.webp)
Informal Usage![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
The term 'grumpy' is informal, so use it in casual conversations rather than formal contexts. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/SkNMz1KCXkc7mJinAzE1Vn3Frk.webp)