GRUMPINESS Synonyms: 94 Similar and Opposite Words

grumpiness

noun

Definition of grumpiness

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. — George Caulkin, New York Times, 25 May 2026 Allowing your child to sleep as normal will prevent grumpiness and diminish jet lag. — Jordi Lippe-McGraw, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Feb. 2017

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irritability

Noun

Eating earlier than noon could lead to hunger before dinner, while waiting too long to eat lunch may increase fatigue or irritability.

— Trista Chan, HEALTH, 17 Aug. 2026
Some people also report low mood, irritability, or even depressed states.

— Teresa Maalouf, Verywell Health, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of irritability

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