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.