Synonyms

incensed

American

[in-senst] / ɪnˈsɛnst /

adjective

inflamed with anger; enraged.

"I will not tolerate discrimination of any kind within my administration!" said the incensed mayor, filled with righteous indignation.

verb

the simple past tense and past participle of incense.

Etymology

Origin of incensed

incense ² ( def. ) + -ed ² ( def. )

Example Sentences

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Napoli were incensed after having a penalty award overturned and then a goal disallowed in the first half.

From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026

"She was incensed, just really struck by the audacity of stealing a building and flippantly said: 'You should make this into a game'," Myres told the BBC.

From BBC • Feb. 9, 2026

"I was incensed," John told the court, adding that he has "never been afraid of fighting my corner... with the British press".

From Barron's • Feb. 6, 2026

Act too supinely and it could alienate voters who, polls show, are growing increasingly incensed at the friendly fire pouring out from Washington, said Peter Matuschek, director of Germany’s Forsa polling group.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 22, 2026

“She was busy,” said the woman, incensed by such a stupid comment.

From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri

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