The difference between Cantankerous and Grouchy

When used as adjectives, cantankerous means given to or marked by an ill-tempered nature, whereas grouchy means irritable.


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  1. Cantankerous as an adjective:

    Given to or marked by an ill-tempered nature; ill-tempered, cranky, surly, crabby.

  1. Grouchy as an adjective (originally, student slang):

    Irritable; easily upset; angry; tending to complain.

    Examples:

    "His boss gets grouchy when deadlines draw near."