Definition

Feeling or showing great anger.

Example

His ireful response surprised everyone in the meeting.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I can't believe how ireful she was during the meeting today.

Yeah, I noticed that too; it was kind of intense.

I wonder what triggered her ireful reaction.

Maybe it was just a bad day — we all have those sometimes.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Ireful** → It is formed from "ire" (from Latin *ira*, meaning anger) and "-ful" (meaning full of). The word "ireful" means full of anger or wrath.

Memory Tip

Think of 'ire' as representing anger, and remember that 'ireful' describes someone who is full of anger.

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