Word of the day : Almost everyone knows a person who fits this description. It could be a family member who complains about new technology, a colleague who dislikes every workplace change or a neighbour who believes things were better in the past. While their opinions may sometimes be frustrating, the English language has a word that perfectly captures this personality - curmudgeon .
The word 'curmudgeon' is often used to describe someone who is grumpy, stubborn or constantly finding something to complain about. However, it is not always meant as a harsh criticism. In many situations, people use the word in a playful way to describe someone’s unique personality, strong opinions or old-fashioned habits.
