Anger irritation
Grumpy
Also known as cantankerous, crabby, cranky, grouchy, irritable, sour
Strength 1 of 4
A low, sour mood in which small things grate and patience runs short, often when you are tired, hungry or have had too little room to yourself.
In the body
- A heavy, scowling face
- Shoulders slumped and closed in
- Short, clipped replies
Needs behind it
When these needs aren’t met
Softer and stronger
Often confused with
Irritated
Grumpy is a sour mood that colours everything for a while; irritated is a reaction to one particular thing that grates.