noun as in strong fondness

Word Combinations

Example:Her father was a grumpy curmudgeon who rarely smiled.

Definition:A person who is frequently in a bad mood and quick to criticize or complain.

From grumpy curmudgeon

Example:The old miserly curmudgeon refused to give any money to the charity.

Definition:An elderly person who is stingy with money and generally negative in demeanor.

From old miserly curmudgeon

Example:He was a sour-tempered curmudgeon who never enjoyed anything in life.

Definition:A person who has a harsh, unpleasant, and often bitter personality.

From sour-tempered curmudgeon