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Anger Definition & Meaning

anger
noun
  1. a strong emotion; a feeling that is oriented toward some real or supposed grievance
  2. the state of being angry
  3. belligerence aroused by a real or supposed wrong (personified as one of the deadly sins)
verb
  1. make angry; "The news angered him"
  2. become angry; "He angers easily"

"Anger" in song lyrics

See how anger is used in real songs:

  • "Releasin' the anger"
    11/5 — Blockstyle Murderah
  • "Thinking how can I express my anger"
    9th Prince f/ Islord — Lyrical Disaster
  • "With ten toes down, I spin flows round and round at an angle with anger"
    Aceyalone — A Book of Human Language

Usage tips for "anger"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "anger" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for anger to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does anger mean?
a strong emotion; a feeling that is oriented toward some real or supposed grievance the state of being angry belligerence aroused by a real or supposed wrong (personified as one of the deadly sins) make angry; "The news angered him" become angry; "He angers easily"
What part of speech is anger?
Anger is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does anger have?
Anger has 5 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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