quick temper

NOUN

impatience

Synonyms

STRONGEST

anger annoyance anxiety eagerness edginess excitement nervousness restlessness uneasiness

STRONG

agitation avidity disquietude expectancy fretfulness haste hastiness heat impetuosity intolerance irritability rashness restiveness shortness suspense vehemence violence

WEAK

ants in pants irritableness snappiness

Antonyms

STRONGEST

apathy calm calmness contentment enjoyment happiness joy peace

WEAK

control ease endurance forbearance patience tolerance waiting willingness

Example Sentences

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An unnamed friend told CNN that he had a quick temper.

From Reuters • Jan. 23, 2023

I'm not scared of your big personality and quick temper….

From Salon • Dec. 13, 2021

His quick temper and sharp tongue were intimidating.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 8, 2019

Do you have any practical advice or resources on managing a quick temper?

From Slate • May 15, 2019

The musician had a quick temper and his own ideas of how to do things.

From "Spooked!" by Gail Jarrow