Angrily: meaning, definitions and examples

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angrily

[ˈæŋ.ɡrɪ.li ]

Definitions

^{Context #1 | Adverb}

in reaction to a situation

In a way that shows strong feelings of displeasure or hostility.

Synonyms

fiercely, furiously, irately.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
angrily	This word is used when describing someone expressing anger verbally or through actions, generally in a controlled manner. He answered the question angrily. She threw the book on the table angrily.
fiercely	Use this when describing an intense and passionate manner, often in a combative or determined way. She defended her point fiercely. The dog barked fiercely at the stranger.
furiously	This is appropriate when describing someone acting with extreme anger, often with a sense of urgency or aggression. He stormed out of the room furiously. She typed on the keyboard furiously.
irately	This word is used to describe someone showing anger in a more formal or serious way. It often carries a tone of showing indignation or annoyance. The customer complained irately to the manager. He spoke irately about the unfair treatment.

Examples of usage

She stared at him angrily.
He shouted angrily at the referee.

^{Context #2 | Adverb}

expressing emotions

In an angry manner; with anger.

Synonyms

indignantly, resentfully, wrathfully.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
angrily	This word is used to describe actions or speech done with anger. It fits situations where someone expresses irritation or frustration. She slammed the door angrily. He spoke angrily when he found out about the mistake.
indignantly	Indignantly is used to convey anger mixed with a sense of injustice or unfair treatment. It is appropriate for situations where someone feels wronged or offended. She reacted indignantly to the false accusations. He left the room indignantly after being insulted.
resentfully	This word describes feelings of bitterness or hostility, often because of a sense of having been wronged or treated unfairly. It suits situations where there is a build-up of negative emotions over time. She looked at him resentfully, remembering all the times he had ignored her ideas. He responded resentfully to his boss's criticism.
wrathfully	Wrathfully denotes extreme and intense anger more severe than just being angry. It is used in situations involving a powerful rage. The king reacted wrathfully to the betrayal. She yelled wrathfully at the person who had ruined her project.

Examples of usage

She spoke angrily about the injustice.
He slammed the door angrily.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

The word descends from the Old English 'angry', which has roots in the Proto-Germanic '*angrō', meaning 'grievous' or 'painful'.
The suffix '-ly' turns adjectives into adverbs, so 'angrily' describes the manner of an action being done in anger.

Psychology

Anger is often considered a basic human emotion, with roots in our fight-or-flight response to threats.
Expressing emotions like anger can be healthy, as it signals boundaries and rights that might be threatened.
Research suggests that expressing anger can lead to physiological changes, such as increased heart rate and sweating.

Cultural Representations

In literature, characters often express anger through dialogue, showing how emotions impact relationships and developments.
Many cultures have proverbs about anger, emphasizing its destructive nature, like 'Anger is a short madness.'
Films often depict angry characters in exaggerated ways, using body language and tone to convey intensity.

Pop Culture

Songs that convey anger, like 'You Oughta Know' by Alanis Morissette, tap into shared feelings of betrayal.
Anger is a common theme in many action films where protagonists confront villains, portraying a clear moral struggle.

Communication

Non-verbal cues like clenched fists or frowning are often associated with anger, with body language conveying as much as words.
In discussions, saying someone is 'speaking angrily' indicates they may not be open to dialogue, affecting how messages are received.

Translations

Translations of the word "angrily" in other languages:

🇵🇹 irritadamente

🇮🇳 गुस्से में

🇩🇪 wütend

🇮🇩 dengan marah

🇺🇦 сердито

🇵🇱 gniewnie

🇯🇵 怒って

🇫🇷 avec colère

🇪🇸 con enojo

🇹🇷 kızgın bir şekilde

🇰🇷 화나서

🇸🇦 بغضب

🇨🇿 naštvaně

🇸🇰 nahnevane

🇨🇳 生气地

🇸🇮 jezni

🇮🇸 reiðilega

🇰🇿 ашулы

🇬🇪 გაბრაზებული

🇦🇿 qəzəblə

🇲🇽 con enojo

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,511, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.

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