surly

• Beschreibt eine Person, die schlecht gelaunt und unfreundlich ist, oft in grober oder drohender Weise.

Describes someone who is bad-tempered and unfriendly, often in a rude or threatening manner.

1. Bad-tempered and rudeB2formal

   Showing a rude and unfriendly attitude, often in a grumpy or irritable manner.

   Mürrisch und unfreundlich

   • The surly waiter ignored our requests.
   • He gave a surly reply when asked about his day.
   • Her surly demeanor made everyone uncomfortable.

   Synonymebrusquechurlishcrabbedcrossgrouchygrumpyill-humoredirasciblesullentesty

   Antonymeamiablecourteousgenialgraciouspleasantpolite