In high dudgeon

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phrase

Extremely angry or offended.

She left the meeting in high dudgeon after her proposal was turned down.
Visual representation of "in high dudgeon" - extremely angry or offended

Often appears as...

  • leave in high dudgeon
  • storm off in high dudgeon

Usage tips

Formal, Disapproving

Idiomatic

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Archaic Tone

The phrase is old-fashioned; use it to sound dramatic or humorous in modern settings.

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He stormed out in high dudgeon, as if he were a character from an old novel.
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Strong Emotion

Use when describing a reaction filled with intense indignation or resentment.

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Upon being falsely accused, Maria departed in high dudgeon.
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Public Display

Often implies someone showing their anger openly, especially where others can see.

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At the public forum, he left in high dudgeon, making sure everyone noticed.
Visual representation of the word "In high dudgeon"

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