Pronunciation: [ sur-lee ]
Origin: Mid 16th century; English
Etymology: in the sense ‘lordly, haughty, arrogant’
Definition:
1. (adjective) bad-tempered and unfriendly
Synonym(s): bad-tempered, ill-natured, grumpy, glum, crotchety, prickly
Antonym(s): friendly, gentle, good-natured, pleasant
Example: He had a surly expression on his face all night.
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