Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ill-tempered
Adjective
/ˌɪlˈtɛmpərd/
Definition
Having a bad temper; easily annoyed or angered.
Examples
- The ill-tempered manager often shouted at his employees for minor mistakes.
- She was known for her ill-tempered responses during stressful situations.
- Despite his charm, he could be quite ill-tempered when things didn’t go his way.
Meaning
Someone who is ill-tempered frequently displays irritability or is quick to lose their patience with others.
Synonyms
- irritable
- grumpy
- cranky
- cross
- testy
