Angry — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˈaŋ-grē/ an·gry

Meaning & Definition of Angry

Angry (adjective)

  1. feeling or showing anger
  2. indicative of or proceeding from anger
  3. seeming to show anger or to threaten in an angry manner

Angry (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. feeling or showing anger

    "my sister gets really angry and practically throws a tantrum if her soccer team loses"

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Angry

The most common words with a similar meaning to Angry:

Chiefly British: cheesed off, shirty
Australian & New Zealand: going crook

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Angry

Words with the opposite meaning of Angry:

Near Antonyms of Angry

Word Forms of Angry

Inflections: angrier, angriest

Derived words: angrily (adverb), angriness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Angry

Middle English, "ill-tempered, resentful, incensed, vexing," from anger, angre "distress, affliction, hostile attitude, strong displeasure" + -y -y:1 anger:1

First known use: 14th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Angry

  • Topics: Feelings & Emotions

Words & Phrases Containing Angry

Frequently Asked Questions about Angry

What does "Angry" mean?

"Angry" means feeling or showing anger. As an adjective, it is defined as: feeling or showing anger.

What is another word for "Angry"?

Other words for "Angry" include angered, apoplectic, ballistic, cheesed off, choleric, enraged, foaming and fuming. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Angry" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Angry"?

There are 123 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Angry". Common alternatives include angered, apoplectic, ballistic, cheesed off, choleric, enraged, foaming, fuming, furious and hopping.

What is the opposite of "Angry"?

Antonyms of "Angry" include angerless, delighted and pleased. Near antonyms include accepting, accommodating, obliging and agreeable.

How do you use "Angry" in a sentence?

Examples of "Angry" in a sentence: "my sister gets really angry and practically throws a tantrum if her soccer team loses".

Is "Angry" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Angry" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Angry"?

"Angry" is pronounced /ˈaŋ-grē/ and divided into syllables as an·gry.

What is the origin of the word "Angry"?

"Angry" comes from Middle English, "ill-tempered, resentful, incensed, vexing," from anger, angre "distress, affliction, hostile attitude, strong displeasure" + -y -y:1 anger:1. First known use: 14th century.