Grouch and Scold

Grouch

Grouch verb - Show one's unhappiness or critical attitude.

Scold is a synonym for grouch in complain a lot topic. In some cases you can use "Scold" instead a verb "Grouch".

Nearby Words: grouchy, grouching

Scold

Scold verb - Show one's unhappiness or critical attitude.
Usage example: He scolded about anything that he thought was wrong

Grouch is a synonym for scold. You can use "Grouch" instead a verb "Scold".

Nearby Words: scolding, scolded
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