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"Surly" Definition

adjective

Obsolete Arrogant; domineering.
Sullenly ill-humored; gruff.
Threatening, as of weather conditions; ominous: surly clouds filled the sky.
Menacing or threatening in appearance .
Irritably sullen and churlish in mood or manner .