umbrageous Definition
- 1having shade or shadows; shady
- 2easily offended or resentful; touchy
Using umbrageous: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "umbrageous" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The umbrageous trees provided a cool respite from the hot sun.
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He took umbrageous offense at her criticism.
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She is an umbrageous person who is easily upset by even the slightest criticism.
umbrageous Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with umbrageous
the leaves and branches of trees that provide shade
Example
The park was filled with umbrageous foliage, providing a cool and relaxing atmosphere.
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He took umbrage at her comments and stormed out of the room.
a person who is easily offended or resentful
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She has an umbrageous personality and is always getting upset over minor things.
Origins of umbrageous
from Latin 'umbra', meaning 'shade'
Summary: umbrageous in Brief
'Umbrageous' [uhm-brey-juhs] describes something that provides shade or shadows, or someone who is easily offended or resentful. It can refer to the leaves and branches of trees, as in 'umbrageous foliage,' or to a person's personality, as in 'She has an umbrageous personality.' The phrase 'take umbrage' means to feel offended or resentful.
