Livid

ˈlɪv.ɪd

Meaning & Definition

adjective
furiously angry.
He was livid when he found out that his younger brother had broken his favorite toy.
having a discolored, bluish appearance, especially due to bruising.
After the fall, her leg was livid with large purplish bruises.
intensely furious; enraged.
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

Slang Meanings

Pissed off
He was so pissed off when he lost the game.
Fuming
She was fuming about the missed deadline.
Seeing red
When he heard the news, he was seeing red.