adverb
- in a bad-tempered, irritable, or complaining manner
Usage: informal
Examples
- He grouchily refused to answer any questions about the project.
- She grouchily muttered complaints as she cleaned up the mess.
- The old man grouchily told the children to stay off his lawn.
- He responded grouchily when asked to help with the move.
- She grouchily dragged herself out of bed on Monday morning.
- The customer grouchily demanded to speak to the manager.