as in irritability
readiness to show annoyance or impatience
I don't want your customary grumpiness to spoil the evening
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Recent Examples of grumpiness
Newcastle just about hauled themselves back from the precipice, but this has been a faith-shaker of a season and, at times, grumpiness has set in.
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George Caulkin, New York Times, 25 May 2026
George Caulkin, New York Times, 25 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for grumpiness
irritability
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Clutter has been linked to higher stress levels, lower focus, and feelings of tension or irritability, whereas clean and organized spaces are associated with calmness, a sense of control, and even better physical health.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 June 2026
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This is also one of the reasons why chronically high cortisol is associated with anxiety, irritability and trouble focusing.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
30 May 2026
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“Grumpiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grumpiness. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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