Gruff Synonyms and Antonyms
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Synonyms for Gruff
Having a rough and frank but affable manner
Not polished; uncut; said of a gem.
Having a dull edge or end; not sharp.
(Obsolete) Arrogant; domineering.
Short in time, duration, length, or extent.
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Using only a few words; laconic
Low and grating in sound
Husky means sounding hoarse, or being heavy built.
Not polite; discourteous.
Stern or forbidding, as in manner or appearance:
Made up of small scraps or snips; fragmentary
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The definition of sour is something with an acidic taste, or someone who is resentful or angry.
The definition of stern is someone who is very serious or strict.
Produced in the throat, as some sounds or tones
Not gracious or affable; rude; discourteous; impolite
Characteristic of a curmudgeon; churlish
brusque and surly and forbidding
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Unpleasantly coarse and rough to the touch:
Rough and abrupt in manner or speech; curt
The definition of curt is a statement, response or reply that is very short and potentially rude.
Containing a large amount of shortening; flaky:
Antonyms for Gruff
Not stern; lenient:
Being especially well-adapted; felicitous:
Not quickly angered or excited; placid; calm
The definition of polite is someone or something that exhibits consideration for others and socially acceptable behavior.
Showing or requiring great precision or sensitive discernment; subtle:
Not spoiled, sour, or decaying; fresh:
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Fair and comfortable:
The definition of courteous is a polite and considerate person.
Generally warm, approachable and easy to relate with in character.
Words Related to Gruff
Coming, happening, or ending suddenly; sudden; unexpected
(Physiol.) Able to respond to a stimulus
Ill-mannered, discourteous, or insulting:
Rudely unceremonious
Low and grating in sound
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