Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

in-a-huff

idiomatic expression
/ɪn ə hʌf/
Definition
In a huff means to be angry or irritated, often after a sudden outburst or a fit of annoyance.
Examples
  • She stormed out of the room in a huff after hearing the criticism.
  • He went home in a huff when his friends teased him about his new haircut.
Meaning
The phrase is used to describe a state of being upset, usually because of something that has happened unexpectedly or undesirably.
Synonyms
  • angrily
  • irritated
  • offended
  • incensed
  • mad