Anger family · 23 emotions

Anger

The forceful family. Feelings that arise when something is wrong, blocked, or violated. Energy that wants to push back.

Rage Explosive, uncontrollable fury. You see red. Anger A hot, forceful energy against a wrong or obstacle. Annoyance Mild irritation. A small thing grates on you. Fury Violent, consuming anger that demands action. Irritation Persistent, low-level aggravation. Frustration Blocked energy. You want to push through but cannot. Exasperation The point where patience runs out completely. Indignation Righteous anger at unfairness or injustice. Wrath Cold, purposeful, punishing anger. Hostility A sustained, aggressive stance against someone. Resentment Bitter anger held over time. A grudge that simmers. Bitterness Sour, lingering disappointment that hardens into anger. Vengefulness Cold desire to pay back a wrong. Spite Petty desire to harm or upset someone. Outrage Fierce, moral anger at something deeply wrong. Aggressiveness Forceful, confrontational energy directed outward. Irritability A raw, touchy readiness to snap at anything. Tetchiness Snappish, touchy mood. Easily set off. Vindictiveness Cold, patient anger that waits to make someone pay. Grudge Old anger kept alive by memory and refusal to let go. Acrimony Sharp, bitter resentment in speech and manner. Begrudgement Unwilling, resentful concession of something. Truculence Aggressive, defiant readiness for conflict.

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