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adj
Becoming very vocal or even violent when angered or frustrated.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Synonyms: choleric, hotheaded, irascible, quick-tempered, short-tempered
Antonyms: cool-headed, even-tempered
Broader terms: emotional, moody, temperamental, mercurial
adjective satellite
quickly aroused to anger
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
Synonyms: choleric, irascible, hotheaded, quick-tempered, short-tempered
Antonyms: none provided
History
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