The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word GRUFF which also is the latest solution we found used in New York Times in 2012.
Stern and brusque crossword clue answers
Here's a list of possible crossword answers ranked by the most likely to least likely.
| Answer | Likelyness | Letters |
|---|---|---|
| GRUFF | 100 % | 5 |
Words with a meaning similar to the clue: Stern and brusque
These words may or may not be a possible solution to this crosswords clue.- gruff
- bark
- blunt
- brief
- crusty
- plump
- rude
- asper
- astringent
- austere
- bitter
- counter
Crossword Answer definitions
GRUFF verb- To speak gruffly.
- Having a rough, surly, and harsh demeanor and nature.
- Hoarse-voiced.
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