👉 gruffness is a quality or characteristic that is often associated with a person's demeanor, appearance, or mannerisms. It can be described as a lack of subtlety or subtlety in speech or behavior, which may lead to misunderstandings and conflicts between people. Gruffness is often associated with unpolished or rough exterior traits, such as rough hair, scraggly nails, unkempt clothing, and rough skin.