Curmudgeons

/kɚˈmʌdʒənz/ noun

Definition

Plural of curmudgeon; multiple grumpy, bad-tempered, or miserly people.

Etymology

Simple plural of 'curmudgeon' formed by adding '-s' to indicate multiple individuals with curmudgeonly characteristics.

Kelly Says

When curmudgeons gather, you get what's sometimes called 'competitive complaining'—their shared grumpiness can actually bond them, which is why many curmudgeons have close friendships with other curmudgeons!

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