Meaning & Definition of word "Livid"
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Livid
ˈlɪv.ɪd
adjective:
- 1. furiously angry.
- Example: He was livid when he found out that his younger brother had broken his favorite toy.
- 2. having a discolored, bluish appearance, especially due to bruising.
- Example: After the fall, her leg was livid with large purplish bruises.
- 3. intensely furious; enraged.
- Example: The customer was livid after receiving poor service at the restaurant.
Etymology
From Latin 'lividus', meaning 'bluish' or 'lead-colored'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
livid with rage:
Extremely angry.
livid as a ghost:
Very pale, as in showing shock or fear.
Related Words
incensed:
Extremely angry; enraged.
fury:
Wild or violent anger.
outraged:
Angry due to an unfair situation.
Slang Meanings of livid
Meaning: Pissed off
Example Sentence: He was so pissed off when he lost the game.
Meaning: Fuming
Example Sentence: She was fuming about the missed deadline.
Meaning: Seeing red
Example Sentence: When he heard the news, he was seeing red.