After he was laid off from his job without warning, Dave was livid with rage.
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admonish -
To warn or reprimand someone firmly about their behaviour.
The principal admonished the class for their disruptive conduct.
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fuming -
Feeling, showing, or expressing great anger.
Though he made a reservation for the restaurant days in advance, when he arrived they said they had no room for him, and he left fuming.
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sever -
Often used in reference to actions that result in the separation of parts, pieces, or relationships.
After the heated argument, he decided to sever ties with his former business partner for good.
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outrage -
A strong feeling of shock or anger, often caused by something unjust or offensive.
The decision to cut down the ancient tree sparked public outrage.
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despise -
To feel intense dislike or contempt for someone or something.
She despises dishonesty and refuses to associate with anyone who lies.
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grudge -
A persistent feeling of ill will or resentment resulting from a past insult or injury
Emma and Sal held a longstanding grudge against each other and could barely stand to be in the same room, but neither one of them remembered what had caused the grudge.
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malicious -
Characterized by malice; intending or intended to do harm
The malicious serial killer hunted down his victims because he wanted revenge for what they had done to him.
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vengeance -
Seeking retaliation, harm, punishment, and revenge.
The dictator acted with a swift vengeance against all those who had taken part in the rebellion.
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hothead -
Someone who reacts with anger quickly and impulsively without thinking carefully first
Jack's nature was to be a hothead, and his therapist told him he must learn to act strategically and deliberately, or he might do things he would always regret.
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fierce -
Exhibiting a violent and frightening attitude
When Arnold ran down the field with his fierce look the members of the other team were afraid to tackle him
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tantrum -
An uncontrolled outburst of anger and frustration, typically in a young child
Cecilia threw a tantrum when her parents refused to take her to Disney World.
