angry
UK[ˈæŋɡri]US[ˈæŋɡri]
adj
feeling or showing strong annoyance, displeasure, or hostility
adj
(of a wound or sore) red and inflamed
Etymology
the word 'angry' originates from the old norse word 'angr', which conveyed a sense of grief, sorrow, or affliction. this term passed into middle english as 'angre', initially describing a state of distress or trouble. over time, the meaning narrowed and intensified, shifting from internal sorrow to an outward expression of passionate displeasure or hostility. the modern adjective 'angry' thus retains a core link to emotional pain but now specifically denotes the agitated, often confrontational, feeling of anger.
Analysis
the word 'angry' is a simplex word derived from the old norse root 'angr' meaning 'grief, sorrow'. the modern english form evolved directly from the middle english 'angri'.
Examples
she was angry with him for forgetting their anniversary.
the customer's angry complaint was heard throughout the store.
the cut on his knee looked red and angry.