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 “angry”?

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

Example

He became angrier as the argument escalated.

Example

She was angrier with herself for making the mistake.

What is the superlative form of “angry”?

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

Example

Out of all the contestants, she was the angriest when she lost.

Example

He is known for having the angriest outbursts.

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 does not have an irregular comparative or superlative form. It 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 extreme anger or rage

Example

He was furious when he found out about the betrayal.

Used to describe intense anger or annoyance

Example

The customer became irate when his order was delayed.

A slightly formal way of expressing increased anger

Example

His actions only served to make her more enraged.

Expressions with similar meanings to “angriest”

Similar to angriest, this emphasizes extreme anger or rage

Example

The furious lion roared loudly in the jungle.

Used to describe the highest level of anger or annoyance

Example

Her boss was irate when she missed the deadline.

A slightly formal way of expressing the highest level of anger

Example

The protesters were most enraged by the government's decision.

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

    The more they argued, the angrier they became.

    The more they argued, the angrier they became.

  • 2Disappointments

    She was angriest when she realized she had been lied to.

    She was angriest when she realized she had been lied to.

  • 3Outbursts

    His angriest outburst was when he smashed his phone against the wall.

    His angriest outburst was when he smashed his phone against the wall.

  • 4Conflicts

    The angrier they got, the louder their voices became.

    The angrier they got, the louder their voices became.

  • 5Protests

    The demonstrators grew angrier as their demands were ignored.

    The demonstrators grew angrier as their demands were ignored.

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 or furious.

Example

When she heard the insulting comment, she saw red and confronted the person.

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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