# grundy vs grunt

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### grundy
*noun · IPA /ˈɡɹʌn.di/ · frequency rank #35,319*
A narrow-minded person or group that is overly concerned with censoring or criticizing personal conduct.

### grunt
*noun · IPA /ɡɹʌnt/ · frequency rank #23,850*
A short snorting sound, often to show disapproval, or used as a reply when one is reluctant to speak.

## Source
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