angry

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adjective

an·​gry ˈaŋ-grē 

angrier; angriest

1

: feeling or showing anger

an angry crowd

2

a

: indicative of or proceeding from anger

angry words

b

: seeming to show anger or to threaten in an angry manner

an angry sky

3

: painfully inflamed

an angry rash

angrily

ˈaŋ-grə-lē 

adverb

angriness

ˈaŋ-grē-nəs 

noun

angriness

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noun

an·​gri·​ness ˈaŋ-grē-nəs 

plural -es

: the state of being angry

Synonyms of angry

Adjective

• enraged
• indignant
• outraged
• infuriated
• angered
• mad
• furious
• ballistic
• infuriate

Examples of angry in a Sentence

Adjective

I've never seen her look so angry.

An angry crowd gathered outside the courthouse.

I was angry that he had forgotten my birthday.

What made you so angry?

He got angry when he found out about their plans.

He sent an angry letter to the company president.

They had an argument and exchanged some angry words.

She gave me an angry look.

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

Sometimes, when relationships and world politics give people plenty to be angry about, the impulse is to go outside, disconnect, and be one with nature. — Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 11 Oct. 2026

Why did this ref get so angry at this kid for scoring a touchdown and celebrating? — Zach Dean Outkick, FOXNews.com, 10 Oct. 2026

As a result, military children and teenagers may experience social withdrawal, angry outbursts and mental health problems, including depression and anxiety. — Nikki R Wooten, The Conversation, 9 Oct. 2026

Does a smack on the bottom—or an angry, ostensibly protective shove away from a hot stove—constitute a beating? — Justin Chang, New Yorker, 8 Oct. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

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

First Known Use

Adjective

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing angry

• angry young man

Kids Definition

angry

adjective

an·​gry ˈaŋ-grē 

angrier; angriest

1

a

: feeling or showing anger

b

: threatening as if in anger

an angry sky

2

: painfully inflamed

an angry rash

angrily

-grə-lē 

adverb

angriness

-grē-nəs 

noun