atrabilious

/ˌætrəˈbaɪliəs, ˌætrəˈbaɪljəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

having or showing a tendency to become irritable or angry; having a sharp, quick temper

“She became atrabilious after a long day at work.”

2. noun

a person who is irritable or quick-tempered

“He’s such an atrabilious person, always getting angry over nothing.”

Synonyms

  • irascible
  • snappish
  • testy

Antonyms

  • even-tempered
  • mild