crossness

[kraws-nis, kros-]

noun

1. the quality or state of being cross or angry; irritability; snappishness.

Word History and Origins

Origin of crossness¹

First recorded in 1590–1600; cross + -ness

Related Words

• anger 
• fury 
• impatience 
• ire 
• outburst 
• passion 
• rage 
• resentment 
• sensitivity 
• tantrum