Surly

Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM

Scrabble:8 ptsWWF:9 pts5 letters

Definition of Surly

adjective

Sullenly ill-humored; gruff.
Threatening, as of weather conditions; ominous.
"surly clouds filled the sky."
Arrogant; domineering.

noun

Sour in nature or disposition; morose; crabbed; churlish; ill-natured; cross and rude: as, a surly fellow; a surly dog.
Arrogant; haughty.

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Rhyming Words

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