Synonyms of irascible

Adjective


1. choleric, irascible, hotheaded, hot-tempered, quick-tempered, short-tempered, ill-natured (vs. good-natured)

usage: quickly aroused to anger; "a hotheaded commander"

2. choleric, irascible, angry (vs. unangry)

usage: characterized by anger; "a choleric outburst"; "an irascible response"

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Definition and meaning of irascible (Dictionary)