irascible — meaning in English

English meaning

• irascible adjective Easily made angry; quick-tempered by nature.
• peppery adj Resembling or characteristic of pepper, especially in having a spicy taste.
• snappy adjective Quick and to the point, often used approvingly.

Senses

irascible is used for these senses in English:

• hot-tempered Becoming very vocal or even violent when angered or frustrated.
• irascible Easily provoked to outbursts of anger; irritable.
• peppery (figuratively) Having a fiery temperament.
• snappy (informal) Irritable.

peppery — full definition

1. adj Resembling or characteristic of pepper, especially in having a spicy taste.
2. adj Having a fiery temperament.

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