What is another word for picklepuss?
Pronunciation: [pˈɪklɪpˌʊs] (IPA) 
Picklepuss is a slang term used to describe a person who is moody, sour or bad-tempered. There are many synonyms for this word, including sourpuss, grump, grouch, curmudgeon, and crab. Each of these words portrays the same negative mood but in a different way. Sourpuss implies a person who is constantly unhappy, while a grump is someone who complains frequently. A grouch is a person who is easily irritated and often whines about everything. Curmudgeon is a negative person who likes to complain about the current state of things. Crab has similar meanings to all four of these words while implying a more aggressive, confrontational attitude. All of these words are useful alternatives to picklepuss for describing a person's disposition.
