Meaning & Definition of word "Angry"

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    Angry

    /ˈæŋɡri/

    adjective:

    • 1. Feeling or showing strong annoyance, displeasure, or hostility.
      • Example: She was angry when she found out someone had taken her lunch.
    • 2. Having a strong desire to punish or harm someone.
      • Example: He was angry enough to confront the bully.
    • 3. Indicating or characterized by rage or hostility.
      • Example: The angry shout from across the room caught everyone's attention.

    Etymology

    Middle English 'angri', from Old Norse 'angr' meaning 'grief or sorrow'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    angry as a hornet:

    extremely angry

    get angry:

    to become angry

    angry outburst:

    a sudden release of anger

    Related Words

    anger:

    a strong feeling of annoyance or hostility

    annoyed:

    slightly angry

    rage:

    violent and uncontrolled anger

    Slang Meanings of angry

    Meaning: pissed off

    Example Sentence: I was really pissed off when I found out about the changes.

    Meaning: steamed

    Example Sentence: He was steamed after hearing the news.

    Meaning: bent out of shape

    Example Sentence: She's bent out of shape over that comment.