Other Ways to Say “Angry”

Other Ways to Say “Angry” 

Other Ways to Say “Angry”

Are you feeling mad sometimes? Or maybe irritated while waiting in a long queue, stuck in traffic, or dealing with slow internet? You’re not alone — and luckily, English gives us many ways to express anger, depending on how strong the feeling is and how formal the situation may be. Other Ways to Say “Angry”

In this lesson, you’ll learn several useful words and phrases to use instead of ‘angry,’ from mild annoyance to extreme rage. Each one comes with a clear meaning and a natural example sentence.

Common & Neutral Alternatives

MAD

Meaning: very angry (informal; common in spoken English)

Your brother will go mad when he finds out that you took his jacket without asking.

Note: In British English, mad is very common in informal speech.

ANNOYED

Meaning: slightly angry or irritated.

She was annoyed with Sue for not calling to cancel the meeting

Use “annoyed” when the anger is mild and controlled.

IRRITATED

Meaning: annoyed and slightly angry, often because something happens repeatedly

We felt irritated by the constant noise from the street outside our flat.

Often used in formal writing and polite complaints.

Stronger Feelings of Anger

FURIOUS

Meaning: extremely angry

When she saw the article full of false information, Sheila was furious.

Excellent word for essays, reviews, and narratives.

ENRAGED

Meaning: very angry and upset, often about something unfair or shocking

The residents were enraged when they heard about the motor race passing through their village.

Often used in news reports and formal writing.

FUMING

Meaning: so angry that it’s hard to stay calm

Our boss was fuming when he discovered the shop had been robbed.

Very expressive and common in spoken English.

Emotional or Long-Term Anger

BITTER

Meaning: angry and unhappy because of past disappointment or injustice

Although he appeared cheerful, John felt bitter about his failure.

Suggests deep, lasting resentment, not sudden anger.

DISPLEASED

Meaning: annoyed in a polite or formal way

It was obvious that the Petersons were displeased with the new babysitter’s behaviour.

Useful in formal letters, reports, and professional contexts.

Idiomatic & Informal Expressions

SEE RED

Meaning: to suddenly become very angry

People who talk loudly on public transport really make me see red.

Great idiom for speaking and informal writing.

CROSS

Meaning: angry (often used by or about children)

Mum, John hit me, and I’m really cross with him!

Sounds natural and very British

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