anger
UK[ˈæŋɡə(r)]US[ˈæŋɡər]
n
A strong feeling of annoyance, displeasure, or hostility.
v
To make someone feel this strong annoyance or hostility.
Etymology
The word 'anger' entered English from Old Norse 'angr', meaning 'grief' or 'sorrow'. This Norse term is related to the Old English 'enge', meaning 'narrow' or 'oppressive', both tracing back to the Proto-Germanic root angus-, which conveyed a sense of constriction and distress. The semantic evolution from physical constriction to emotional distress is a common metaphorical path, seen in words like 'anguish'. Over time in English, the meaning of 'anger' specialized from general affliction to specifically denote the intense emotional state of displeasure and hostility we recognize today.
Analysis
The word 'anger' is a simplex word of Old Norse origin. It does not contain separable morphemes in modern English that are productive or carry distinct, analyzable meanings.
Examples
She couldn't hide her anger at the unfair decision.
His rude comments angered everyone in the room.
He walked away in a fit of anger.