Learn how to use the comparative “angrier” and superlative “angriest” with example sentences and differences.

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

Comparative adjectives help us to describe how good or bad something is when compared to something else. For example, something is taller than something else. Superlative adjectives help us to describe something as having the most or least of a particular characteristic within a group. This makes it easier and more accurate to talk about and compare things.

What is the comparative form of “angrier”?

The comparative form of “angrier” is “angrier”.

Example

He became angrier when he found out the truth.

Example

She spoke angrier than I've ever seen her.

What is the superlative form of “angrier”?

The superlative form of “angrier” is “angriest”.

Example

Out of all the contestants, he was the angriest.

Example

She is known for having the angriest temper.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

'Most' and 'more' are generally not used with angry, angrier, and angriest. They’re considered regular comparatives and superlatives. The forms 'more angry' and 'most angry' are not used because they sound awkward. Instead, angrier and angriest are the correct and preferred forms to use.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

Angry follows the standard pattern for forming comparatives and superlatives. So, to summarize: Comparative: AngryAngrier Superlative: AngryAngriest

Expressions with similar meanings to “angrier”

Used to describe a higher level of anger

Example

His reaction was more furious than anyone expected.

Used to indicate annoyance or frustration

Example

She was irritated by his constant interruptions.

Used to describe extreme anger or fury

Example

The crowd became enraged when they heard the news.

Expressions with similar meanings to “angriest”

Similar to angriest, this emphasizes the highest level of anger

Example

The most furious response came from the opposition party.

Used to describe the highest level of annoyance or frustration

Example

Her constant nagging was the most irritated I've ever been.

Similar to angriest, this emphasizes the highest level of anger or fury

Example

The most enraged protesters clashed with the police.

Using than with comparative “angrier”

When using the comparative form angrier to compare two things, you would use than to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "He is angrier than his brother." Here, than is used to show that the level of anger in 'he' is greater than the level of anger in his brother.

How can I use this expression in context?

“angrier” and “angriest” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.
  • 1Arguments

    Their disagreement escalated, and he became angrier.

    Their disagreement escalated, and he became angrier.

  • 2Relationships

    She was the angriest she had ever been with him.

    She was the angriest she had ever been with him.

  • 3Protests

    The crowd grew angrier as their demands were ignored.

    The crowd grew angrier as their demands were ignored.

  • 4Customer Service

    The customer became angrier as the issue remained unresolved.

    The customer became angrier as the issue remained unresolved.

  • 5Politics

    The opposition party's supporters were the angriest about the new policy.

    The opposition party's supporters were the angriest about the new policy.

Related idioms and phrases

Blow a fuse

To become extremely angry or lose one's temper.

Example

When he found out about the broken vase, he blew a fuse.

See red

To become very angry.

Example

When he insulted her, she saw red and started yelling at him.

Hot under the collar

To become angry or irritated.

Example

He gets hot under the collar whenever someone questions his authority.

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