Meaning of irascible in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ɪˈræsəb(ə)l/

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1. Classifying Adjective

   irascible

   Definitions

   1. quickly aroused to anger

   Examples

   • « a hotheaded commander »

   Synonyms

   • ill-natured
2. 2. characterized by anger

   Examples

   • « a choleric outburst »
   • « an irascible response »

   Synonyms

   • angry

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