enraged

UK: ɪnˈreɪdʒd | US: ɪnˈreɪdʒd

Definition

  1. adj. extremely angry; furious

Structure
en <cause to be>rage <anger>ed <adjective suffix>
Etymology

The word "enraged" originates from the prefix "en-" (Old French, meaning "cause to be") combined with "rage" (from Latin "rabia," meaning "anger" or "fury"), and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a state or condition). The term evolved through Old French "enragier" (to be furious) into Middle English, retaining its core meaning of intense anger. The morphemes logically combine to convey "caused to be in a state of rage."

Examples

  1. The unfair verdict left the crowd enraged.

  2. She was enraged by his careless remarks.

  3. The enraged bull charged at the matador.

  4. His enraged voice echoed through the hallway.

  5. Protests grew violent as enraged citizens demanded justice.