What is another word for atrabilious?
Pronunciation: [ˌatɹɐbˈɪlɪəs] (IPA) 
Atrabilious is a relatively rare word used to describe a person who is ill-tempered, melancholic or sullen. There are a number of other words you could use that have similar meanings, including austere, dour, gloomy, grumpy, sardonic, and sour. Other synonyms could include acrimonious, bilious, cantankerous, crabby, irascible, morose, peevish, and unpleasant. Some of these words may be better suited to certain situations than others, but all convey a similar sense of negative emotion or energy. If you find yourself searching for a synonym of atrabilious, there are plenty of words to choose from depending on the context and tone of your writing or speech.
