as in irritability
readiness to show annoyance or impatience
his natural irascibility tends to make people leave him alone
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irritability
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Dehydration can worsen feelings of anxiety and irritability.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
26 June 2025 -
Common issues include sleep problems, appetite loss, irritability, and mood swings.—
Sarah Jividen,
Verywell Health,
26 June 2025
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“Irascibility.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/irascibility. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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