What does SURLY mean?

Surly Parts of Speech:

Adjective

Definitions:

• (of a person) Bad-tempered and unfriendly.
• (of a place) Unwelcoming and inhospitable.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈsɜrli/
• UK: /ˈsɜː.li/

Origin and Usage:

The word "surly" has been used in English since the 16th century. It comes from the Middle English word "surly", meaning "arrogant" or "haughty". The word is often used to describe a person who is unfriendly or bad-tempered. It can also be used to describe a place that is unwelcoming or inhospitable.

Synonyms:

• Grumpy
• Crabby
• Ill-tempered
• Moody
• Testy

Related Words:

• Surge
• Sully
• Early
• Curly
• Churl

Example Sentences:

• The surly bus driver didn even acknowledge the passengers as they boarded.
• The surly receptionist made the hotel guests feel unwelcome.
• He woke up feeling surly and didn want to talk to anyone.