sourpuss

[US]/ˈsaʊəpʌs/
[UK]/ˈsaʊərˌpʌs/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a person who is habitually grumpy or unfriendly; a person who is unpleasant or complains a lot

Phrases & Collocations

sourpuss face

sourpuss attitude

sourpuss mood

sourpuss grin

sourpuss remarks

sourpuss personality

sourpuss comments

sourpuss demeanor

sourpuss tone

sourpuss vibes

Example Sentences

stop being such a sourpuss and join the fun.

he’s always a sourpuss when things don’t go his way.

don’t be a sourpuss; it’s a beautiful day outside.

she called him a sourpuss for complaining all the time.

my brother is such a sourpuss; he never smiles.

even a sourpuss can have a good time if they try.

why are you acting like a sourpuss at the party?

he tends to be a sourpuss during the holidays.

don’t let him be a sourpuss; encourage him to join us.

she lightened up and stopped being a sourpuss.

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