grouchiest

Grouchiest is the superlative form of the adjective "grouchy," meaning ill-tempered or irritable. It is used to describe someone or something that is exhibiting the highest degree of grumpiness or bad temper. When someone is described as the grouchiest, it implies they are more ill-tempered than anyone else in a given comparison. This could be in a specific situation, over a particular period, or in general.

The term "grouchy" itself often suggests a persistent or underlying tendency towards irritability, rather than a sudden outburst of anger. Therefore, the grouchiest person is likely one who consistently displays a negative and complaining disposition. The word is informal and commonly used in everyday conversation to emphasize a high level of displeasure or discontent. It is not a formal or technical term and is primarily used for descriptive effect.