Showing results for become angry. Search instead for becoming+angry.

become angry

VERB

blow up

Synonyms

STRONGEST

erupt

WEAK

become enraged go off the deep end hit the roof lose control lose temper rage rave

Antonyms

WEAK

be calm deflate ignore let go let out shrink shrivel

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Then, if the next joke is just OK, or doesn't get a laugh, they become angry villagers.

From Salon • May 1, 2025

Shy’s trajectory is all too familiar: frightened, neglected boys often become angry men.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 28, 2024

However, once the reality of their new role sets in, the employees become angry and confused.

From Washington Times • Aug. 30, 2023

“I think in all of this, we have to be careful that we don’t become angry with everything.”

From Seattle Times • Nov. 7, 2022

Had Señor Aguilar become angry about something Mamá had done and taken her job away?

From "Lupita Mañana" by Patricia Beatty