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irate

/aɪˈɹeɪt/adjective

Filled with intense anger; furious.

Example sentences

  • “An irate customer demanded to speak with the store manager.”
  • “Irate passengers crowded around the desk after their flight was canceled.”

A favorite of news reports: irate customers, irate residents. Stronger than 'annoyed', more printable than most alternatives.

Synonyms for irate

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