adjective
- superlative form of gruff; having the roughest, most harsh or unfriendly manner or voice
Usage: superlative degree
Examples
- He spoke in the gruffiest voice I had ever heard.
- The gruffiest member of the team eventually warmed up to the new players.
- Despite his gruffiest exterior, he had a kind heart.
- She gave the gruffiest response when asked about her day.
- The old sailor's gruffiest manner masked his genuine concern for his crew.
- Of all the coaches, he was the gruffiest but also the most effective.