adj

ticked

Ticked (adj) means Annoyed or irritated (informal). Example: “She was pretty ticked when the flight got cancelled.”

adj

Annoyed or irritated (informal).

"She was pretty ticked when the flight got cancelled."

How to use ticked

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishInformal for annoyed — usually in the phrase "ticked off."

When to use it

Informal, mainly American usage; often shortened from "ticked off."

more ticked comparative, most ticked superlative

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She was pretty _____ when the flight got cancelled.

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What does “ticked” mean?

The word “ticked” means annoyed or irritated (informal). In plain terms, informal for annoyed — usually in the phrase "ticked off.".

How do you use “ticked” in a sentence?

Here is “ticked” used in a sentence: “She was pretty ticked when the flight got cancelled.”

What part of speech is “ticked”?

“Ticked” is an adjective.

What is the meaning of ticked?

"ticked" (adj) means annoyed or irritated (informal).