verb Download 🔗Share To speak gruffly. Examples : "The teacher gruffed instructions at the students, making them a little nervous. " language communication sound character Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjective Download 🔗Share Having a rough, surly, and harsh demeanor and nature. Examples : "The librarian, though helpful, had a rather gruff voice that could be intimidating to younger students. " character attitude person Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjective Download 🔗Share Hoarse-voiced. Examples : "His voice was gruff from shouting at the football game. " sound body character human person Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading