enraged

Beyond merely annoyed

Enraged means filled with rage—intensely, visibly angry.

The word suggests anger that has built to a peak: The enraged crowd stormed the gates.

Unlike merely angry or upset, enraged implies a loss of composure, someone pushed past the point of restraint.

synonyms

furious

Extremely angry

fuming · infuriated · wrathful · irate · apoplectic · outraged · indignant · exasperated · boiling · bristling

expression

screaming

Loud, shrill vocalizing

snarling · growling · bellowing · roaring · thundering · glaring · scowling · red-faced · explosive · volcanic

behavior

lashing out

Aggressive sudden reaction

tirade · outburst · blowup · meltdown · snapping · losing it · going ballistic · flying off the handle · hitting the roof · throwing a fit

emotion

wrath

Fierce, punishing anger

outrage · resentment · vexation · hostility · animosity · rancor · bitterness · temper · dudgeon · umbrage

Categories
Opposites
emotional state/intensity

enragedcalm

Free from agitation

serene · tranquil · placid · peaceful · composed

temperament/disposition

enragedgood-natured

Having a friendly temperament

easygoing · gentle · mild-mannered · amiable · genial

emotional valence

enrageddelighted

Feeling great pleasure

overjoyed · elated · ecstatic · pleased · thrilled

Family

enrage, enrages, enraging

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Negative · Everyday, not technical · Rated PG