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Surly

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Definition

bad-tempered and unfriendly

Synonyms & similar words

ugly grumpy cranky moody sullen gruff curt crusty ill-tempered testy peevish cantankerous cross irritable ornery petulant snappish surly tetchy touchy unfriendly

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