as in angry
feeling or showing anger
the judge was outraged to discover that several jurors had disregarded her orders not to speak with members of the press
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as in insulted
to cause hurt feelings or deep resentment in
the spiteful comment outraged her so much that she's still holding a grudge
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as in infuriated
to make angry
the vandalism in the cemetery outraged the entire community we were outraged to discover that we had been overcharged for our hotel room
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Recent Examples of outraged
Tom Zirpoli, Baltimore Sun, 15 June 2026
Some authors, librarians, and miscellaneous posters were outraged that Barnett would pour scorn on the very field that he is officially tasked with championing.
—Jessica Winter, New Yorker, 12 June 2026
Governance experts were outraged when Google went public in 2004 under a dual-class structure, which gives more power or votes to one class of shareholders.
—Diane Brady, Fortune, 12 June 2026
What else is going on At Riverside’s Mission Inn, its former owner departs with historic art — and locals are outraged.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2026
While the ousting immediately stunned and outraged members of the diabetes research community, Henderson’s video is in sharp contrast to the ADA’s series of statements over the past several days that tried to justify the decision.
—Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 10 June 2026
However, Republicans are outraged because Raman’s late surge in mail-in tallies pushed out MAGA darling and reality TV star Spencer Pratt.
—The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 9 June 2026
Unaccustomed to being challenged in person, the southern plantation owners who ran the Senate were at first stunned, and then outraged.
—Rob Wolfe, The Atlantic, 5 June 2026
That’s why soccer fans were outraged to learn FIFA will no longer allow fans to bring an empty bottle into games.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 4 June 2026
Zac Ntim, Deadline, 8 June 2026
Its realignment outraged Russia and put a target on its back as one of the West’s easternmost bulwarks against Moscow’s sphere of influence.
—Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 7 June 2026
Several Boston police officers showed up to court Thursday, outraged by the charge.
—Penny Kmitt, CBS News, 4 June 2026
Waldorf and her family were outraged by the ordeal.
—Vanessa Etienne, PEOPLE, 2 June 2026
But the video, which came out three weeks ago, has outraged many of the business class.
—Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN Money, 6 May 2026
Orlando was right to be outraged.
—Jesse Plunkett, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 May 2026
As did a man in Germany, who was a fan of his book and outraged by his Instagram post.
—Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 22 Apr. 2026
Based on Chuck Palahniuk’s novel and starring Brad Pitt and Edward Norton, Fincher’s brooding and violent vision allegedly outraged Murdoch.
—Zack Sharf, Variety, 21 Apr. 2026
Adjective
Remember how outraged Republicans were by Hunter Biden’s business activities that now pale by comparison?
—Tom Zirpoli, Baltimore Sun, 15 June 2026
Some authors, librarians, and miscellaneous posters were outraged that Barnett would pour scorn on the very field that he is officially tasked with championing.
—Jessica Winter, New Yorker, 12 June 2026
Governance experts were outraged when Google went public in 2004 under a dual-class structure, which gives more power or votes to one class of shareholders.
—Diane Brady, Fortune, 12 June 2026
What else is going on At Riverside’s Mission Inn, its former owner departs with historic art — and locals are outraged.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2026
While the ousting immediately stunned and outraged members of the diabetes research community, Henderson’s video is in sharp contrast to the ADA’s series of statements over the past several days that tried to justify the decision.
—Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 10 June 2026
However, Republicans are outraged because Raman’s late surge in mail-in tallies pushed out MAGA darling and reality TV star Spencer Pratt.
—The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 9 June 2026
Unaccustomed to being challenged in person, the southern plantation owners who ran the Senate were at first stunned, and then outraged.
—Rob Wolfe, The Atlantic, 5 June 2026
That’s why soccer fans were outraged to learn FIFA will no longer allow fans to bring an empty bottle into games.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 4 June 2026
Verb
Tormented by the femicide and outraged by the indifference of the police and justice system, Laura decides to take matters into her own hands.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 8 June 2026
Its realignment outraged Russia and put a target on its back as one of the West’s easternmost bulwarks against Moscow’s sphere of influence.
—Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 7 June 2026
Several Boston police officers showed up to court Thursday, outraged by the charge.
—Penny Kmitt, CBS News, 4 June 2026
Waldorf and her family were outraged by the ordeal.
—Vanessa Etienne, PEOPLE, 2 June 2026
But the video, which came out three weeks ago, has outraged many of the business class.
—Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN Money, 6 May 2026
Orlando was right to be outraged.
—Jesse Plunkett, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 May 2026
As did a man in Germany, who was a fan of his book and outraged by his Instagram post.
—Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 22 Apr. 2026
Based on Chuck Palahniuk’s novel and starring Brad Pitt and Edward Norton, Fincher’s brooding and violent vision allegedly outraged Murdoch.
—Zack Sharf, Variety, 21 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for outraged
Adjective
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Lee remembers her parents sending her to a friend’s house several blocks away when an angry mob showed up at her family’s home to protest Black residents moving into the Fort Worth neighborhood.—
Tesfaye Negussie,
ABC News,
19 June 2026
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According to the volunteer, Niemann got angry after NOT getting fire ant relief, kicked a white flag, kicked some sand, and then proceeded to launch his iron into the fescue area.—
Zach Dean OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2026
Verb
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Outrage became loud when the night's heavyweight champion, Josh Hokit, insulted former first lady Michelle Obama to host Joe Rogan moments after winning his fight.—
Leigh Blickley,
Entertainment Weekly,
16 June 2026
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In each episode a different guest sometimes played by a celebrity like Kumail Nanjiani or Atsuka Okatsu will walk through the door to get insulted by the pair.—
Joshua Dudley,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
Verb
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He's deployed thousands of National Guard troops — who remain in the city — and launched a 30-day federal takeover of the Metropolitan Police Department to combat crime that infuriated many residents.—
Sarah D. Wire,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
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The decision to send in state troopers – some on horseback – infuriated many protesters while drawing praise from Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin.—
Leigh Waldman,
CNN Money,
2 June 2026
Adjective
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Matt Riddle took the opportunity before an enraged Alex Hammerstone could make his mark.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
1 June 2026
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Pratt became enraged at the city’s leadership, accusing Bass of negligence.—
Marc Novicoff,
The Atlantic,
31 May 2026
Verb
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At intervals John would shamble around the stage in a cruel parody of a disabled person, which in those days offended no one.—
Andy Greene,
Rolling Stone,
18 June 2026
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Lu also apologized to those who were offended in the video.—
Rebecca Cohen,
NBC news,
18 June 2026
Verb
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In 2022, a prominent former member of the national team was arrested for allegedly protesting against the country’s leadership, and star striker Sardar Azmoun wasn’t selected for the World Cup squad this year, reportedly because of a social media post that angered authorities.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 June 2026
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The four leaders have also angered Trump by criticizing how he’s gone about executing the war and his lack of consultation with allies before jumping into a conflict that’s hurt the global economy as oil prices have surged.—
Aamer Madhani,
Fortune,
12 June 2026
Adjective
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Still with indignant nipples, though thankfully mine are hidden beneath said coat.—
Shyla Watson,
PEOPLE,
5 June 2026
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Previously, Hungarians opposed to the government were indignant but apathetic.—
Isaac Stanley-Becker,
The Atlantic,
10 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Damian used to get annoyed with his father's motivational chats about responsibility.—
Claudia Boyd-Barrett,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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Three hours before the parade is set to begin, paradegoers are already annoyed at the disorganization and slow-moving lines.—
Matt Nighswander,
NBC news,
18 June 2026
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“Outraged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outraged. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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