chuff Synonyms
Another word for chuff
• noun (Context 1)
A regular, sharp puffing sound, such as that made by a steam locomotive or an internal combustion engine.
"We heard the rhythmic puff of the vintage steam train long before it rounded the bend."
• verb (Context 2)
To move with or emit a regular puffing or chugging sound (especially of a steam engine or boat).
"The old locomotive began to chug slowly out of the station, trailing a plume of white steam."
• noun (Context 3)
A friendly, non-threatening vocalization made by certain large cats, particularly tigers, by expelling air through the nostrils and mouth.
"The tigress greeted her cubs with a soft, reassuring prusten as she entered the den."
• verb (Context 4)
To make someone feel very pleased, proud, or delighted (usually used in the passive voice).
"She was thoroughly chuffed by the glowing reviews of her debut novel."
• noun (Context 5)
A coarse, boorish, or avaricious person; a rustic or churl.
"In the Tudor comedy, the wealthy merchant is portrayed as a greedy old boor who hoards every coin."
• adjective (Context 6)
Gruff, surly, or ill-tempered; alternately, in dialectal use, pleased or proud.
"The old groundskeeper had a gruff manner with strangers, though his neighbors knew him to be kind."
Opposites of chuff
The opposite of chuff shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: