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grumpily

[/ˈɡrʌmpɪli/]
adverb
de forma mal-humorada
1. In a bad-tempered or irritable manner; with a grumpy demeanor
He grumpily refused to help with the project.
Ele recusou de forma mal-humorada a ajudar no projeto.
2. While complaining or expressing dissatisfaction
She grumpily muttered about the weather.
Ela resmungou de forma irritada sobre o tempo.
Synonyms
irritablytestilypeevishlysurlilycantankerously
Antonyms
cheerfullyhappilypleasantlygood-naturedly

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
de forma mal-humorada
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
irritadamente
Alternative form frequently used in urban contexts
Portugal
de mau humor
Preferred phrasing in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

grumpily under one's breath
grumpily acknowledge
grumpily accept
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