Is anger a noun or a verb?

It is both. As a noun, it means the feeling. As a verb, it means to make someone angry.

What is the difference between anger and annoyance?

Anger is stronger. Annoyance is a smaller feeling of irritation or bother.

Is anger formal or informal?

It is neutral and common in both speaking and writing.

How do I use anger in a sentence?

You can say, 'Her anger was clear,' or 'The delay angered customers.'

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anger

/ˈæŋ.ɡə(r)/

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noun

Anger is a strong feeling of displeasure or annoyance when something seems wrong, unfair, or hurtful.

His anger was obvious in his voice.
She tried to hide her anger.
The news caused public anger.

verb

To anger someone means to make them feel angry.

That remark angered him.
The delay angered many passengers.
Don't anger your boss before the meeting.

Adinary Nuance

Anger is the general word for a strong bad feeling. Annoyance is lighter and often shorter. Fury is much stronger, while irritation sounds more controlled or mild. In writing, choose anger when you want the broad, neutral word.

In other languages

Vietnamese: sự tức giận
Spanish: ira
Chinese: 愤怒
Japanese: 怒り
Korean: 분노

Etymology

Anger comes from Old Norse angr, meaning 'grief' or 'trouble'. It entered English in the Middle English period and later became the usual word for strong displeasure.

Common phrases

anger managementflashes of angerin a fit of angerpublic anger

Synonyms

rage fury annoyance irritation

Related words

angry resentment temper outrage

Frequently asked questions

Is anger a noun or a verb?: It is both. As a noun, it means the feeling. As a verb, it means to make someone angry.
What is the difference between anger and annoyance?: Anger is stronger. Annoyance is a smaller feeling of irritation or bother.
Is anger formal or informal?: It is neutral and common in both speaking and writing.
How do I use anger in a sentence?: You can say, 'Her anger was clear,' or 'The delay angered customers.'