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umbrageous

[uhm-brey-juhs]

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!

  • Example

    The umbrageous trees provided a cool respite from the hot sun.

  • Example

    He took umbrageous offense at her criticism.

  • Example

    She is an umbrageous person who is easily upset by even the slightest criticism.

umbrageous Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for umbrageous

Antonyms for umbrageous

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.

  • to feel offended or resentful

    Example

    He took umbrage at her comments and stormed out of the room.

  • a person who is easily offended or resentful

    Example

    She has an umbrageous personality and is always getting upset over minor things.

Origins of umbrageous

from Latin 'umbra', meaning 'shade'

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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.