Irritable

usgb/ˈɪrɪtəbl/
adjective

Easily annoyed or angered.

She was irritable and grumpy from lack of sleep
Visual representation of "irritable" - Easily annoyed or angered

Often appears as...

  • an irritable mood
  • become irritable
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Negative Tone

Used when someone's mood is negatively affected, often implies impatience or rudeness.

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Avoid asking her for favors when she's irritable.
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Temporary State

Can describe a temporary mood, not necessarily a personality trait.

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He's usually cheerful, but he's quite irritable today.
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Not for Formality

Avoid using in formal writing; find a more formal synonym if needed.

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During the meeting, she appeared unusually impatient.
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