English · Emotions & Feelings

angry

/ˈæŋ.ɡri/

[/ˈæŋ.ɡri/]

feeling strong displeasure

Beginneradjective

Definition

Feeling or showing strong displeasure or annoyance.

Example

He was angry that the train was late again, ruining his important morning meeting.

He was angry that the train was late again, ruining his important morning meeting.

Etymology

From 'anger' (Old Norse 'angr', grief or sorrow) plus '-y'.

How & Where It’s Used

One of the most common emotion words.

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