Irascibility

Pronunciation: /ɪˌræsəˈbɪləti/

Definitions of irascibility

noun a noun referring to the quality of being easily angered or provoked to anger

Example Sentences

A1 His irascibility often got him into trouble with his friends.

A2 The teacher's irascibility was evident when she yelled at the students for not paying attention.

B1 Dealing with his irascibility was a challenge for his colleagues at work.

B2 Her irascibility was a barrier to forming strong relationships with others.

C1 Despite his irascibility, he was able to maintain a successful career.

C2 The politician's irascibility often made headlines and affected public opinion of him.

Examples of irascibility in a Sentence

formal His irascibility often caused tension in the workplace.

informal Don't mind his irascibility, he's just having a bad day.

slang His irascibility can be a real pain in the neck sometimes.

figurative The storm outside mirrored his irascibility within.

Grammatical Forms of irascibility

• past tense: irascibility
• plural: irascibilities
• comparative: more irascible
• superlative: most irascible
• present tense: irascibility
• future tense: will irascibility
• perfect tense: has irascibility
• continuous tense: is irascibility
• singular: irascibility
• positive degree: irascibility
• infinitive: to irascibility
• gerund: irascibility
• participle: irascibility

Origin and Evolution of irascibility

First Known Use: 0015 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'irascibility' originated from the Latin word 'irascibilis', which is derived from 'irasci' meaning 'to become angry'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'irascibility' has evolved to encompass not just anger, but also a tendency to become easily provoked or irritated.