Definition

More angry or furious than something else.

Example

She was irater than ever after hearing the news.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Did you see how irater she got during the meeting yesterday?

Yeah, it was surprising to see her lose her cool like that.

I wonder what made her so irater than usual.

Probably the constant interruptions — that would frustrate anyone!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'irater' originates from the Latin 'iratus' (meaning angry) combined with the suffix '-er' (meaning a person who). Thus, 'irater' refers to a person who is angry or expresses anger.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'angry' ('iratus') — the '-er' indicates that this person is characterized by that anger.

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