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gruff

UK
/ɡrʌf/
US
/ɡrʌf/

Translations

gruffadjective
gruffer
Comp.
gruffest
Super.
UK
/ɡrʌf/
US
/ɡrʌf/
rauqueSe dit d’une voix ou d’un rire.
The old man's gruff laugh echoed through the room.
Le rire rauque du vieil homme a résonné dans la pièce.
The teacher's gruff voice intimidated the students at first.
La voix bourrue du professeur a d'abord intimidé les élèves.
Synonyms
rough
grating
crusty
grumpy
brusque
harsh
stern
Antonyms
mild
soft
gentle

Definitions

gruffadjective
Having a rough or stern manner, often in speech or behavior.
The teacher's gruff voice intimidated the students at first.
Sounding harsh and low in pitch.
The old man's gruff laugh echoed through the room.
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