Synonyms for grouch
noun
complainer, grumbler, grump, malcontent, growler, bear*, sourpuss*, sorehead*, crab*, crank*, griper*, bellyacher*, grouser*, kicker*.
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noun
A person who habitually complains or grumbles:
complainer, crab, faultfinder, growler, grumbler, grump, murmurer, mutterer, whiner. (Informal) crank, griper, grouser. (Slang) bellyacher, sorehead, sourpuss. See happy
verb
To express negative feelings, especially of dissatisfaction or resentment:
complain, grump, whine. (Informal) crab, gripe, grouse, kick. (Slang) beef, bellyache, bitch. See feelings, happy
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