Irascible

/ɪˈræsɪbəl/ adjective medium

Easily provoked to anger; quick-tempered.

The irascible chef screamed at anyone who touched his knives.

Memory Trick

Shares a root with 'ire' (anger) — an irascible person is one spark away from an angry outburst.

Antonyms

Placid

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