rile

/raɪl/

Definitions

1. verb

to make someone angry or upset, especially by annoying or provoking them

“The noise from the construction site began to rile the neighbors.”

2. verb

to become angry or annoyed, often in a gentle or quiet way

“She began to rile at the injustice of the situation.”

3. noun

a feeling of irritation or annoyance

“The rile of the crowd was palpable as the politician took the stage.”

4. verb

to make something, especially a liquid, froth or foam

“The coffee began to rile as I added the milk.”

Synonyms

  • annoy
  • irritate

Antonyms

  • calm
  • soothe