merriam-webster defines “gruntle” as a transitive verb, meaning “to put in good humor.”

so why don’t we recognize when we are gruntled, instead focusing only on when someone is disgruntled?

perhaps disgruntled is easier to comprehend. the “dis” assures the listener that it’s something negative. and who wants to use this as a verb anyhow? give it a try.

go out and gruntle somebody today!

Posted on June 18th, 2007 by mike
Filed under: lexicon