Riled: meaning, definitions and examples
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riled
[ raɪld ]
emotions stirred
To riled someone means to agitate or provoke them, often resulting in anger or annoyance. This action typically occurs when a person feels defensive or affronted by someone else's behavior or remarks. The term is commonly used in informal contexts.
Synonyms
agitate, anger, incite, irritate, provoke.
Examples of usage
- His careless comments riled her up.
- The constant interruptions riled the speaker.
- She was riled by his lack of empathy.
- Don’t let his remarks riled you.
- The unfair decision riled the fans.
Translations
Translations of the word "riled" in other languages:
🇵🇹 irritado
🇮🇳 क्रोधित
🇩🇪 aufgebracht
🇮🇩 marah
🇺🇦 роздратований
🇵🇱 rozdrażniony
🇯🇵 イライラした
🇫🇷 irrité
🇪🇸 irritado
🇹🇷 sinirli
🇰🇷 짜증나는
🇸🇦 مضطرب
🇨🇿 rozrušený
🇸🇰 rozrušený
🇨🇳 生气的
🇸🇮 razdražen
🇮🇸 óróður
🇰🇿 ашулы
🇬🇪 ბრაზიანი
🇦🇿 qəzəbli
🇲🇽 enojado
Etymology
The term 'riled' originates from the Middle English word 'rilen' which means to stir up or mix. This term evolved from the Old Norse word 'hrīla', which referred to causing a disturbance or agitation. Over time, 'rile' developed into a colloquial expression mainly used in American English. It embodies the essence of being upset or incited to anger. In contemporary usage, 'riled' frequently appears in discussions about emotional responses, particularly in informal settings. Its roots in agitation and disturbance reflect its ongoing relevance in modern conversations about feelings and interactions.