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livid

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Adj — Extremely angry; furious.

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absolutely livid livid with rage livid bruise

Etymology

From Latin lividus, "bluish, envious," from līveō, "to be bluish" — the anger sense developed from the idea of turning pale or discoloured with rage.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “livid” mean?

The word “livid” means extremely angry; furious. In plain terms, furiously angry, or (less commonly today) a bruised bluish colour.

How do you pronounce “livid”?

“Livid” is pronounced LIH-vihd (/ˈlɪvɪd/ in IPA).

How do you use “livid” in a sentence?

Here is “livid” used in a sentence: “She was livid when she found out he had lied to her.”

What part of speech is “livid”?

“Livid” is an adjective.

Where does the word “livid” come from?

The word “livid” comes from Latin. From Latin lividus, "bluish, envious," from līveō, "to be bluish" — the anger sense developed from the idea of turning pale or discoloured with rage.

How many meanings does “livid” have?

“Livid” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: extremely angry; furious.

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