Answer: gruff

AnswerCrossword Clue
GRUFFBad-tempered.
gruffbrusque or surly
gruffto utter in a gruff voice / low and harsh in speech
grufflow and hoarse
GRUFFPoorly suited to working in public relations
GRUFFRough-mannered
GRUFFStern and brusque
GRUFFHarsh and brusque
GRUFFThroaty
GRUFFHarsh; surly
GRUFFSurly.
GRUFFBrusque
GRUFFHarsh and throaty.
GRUFFBearish.
GRUFFHoarse
GRUFFSurly
GRUFFCrusty
GRUFFBrusque and surly
GRUFFChurlish
GRUFFCurmudgeonly
GRUFFFairy-tale billy goat