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quick-temperedness
[/ˈkwɪk ˈtɛmpərədnəs/]
noun
irascibilidade
1.
The quality or state of being easily angered or irritated; a tendency to lose one's temper quickly
His quick-temperedness often caused problems in his relationships.
Sua irascibilidade frequentemente causava problemas em seus relacionamentos.
2.
A disposition characterized by sudden and often uncontrolled outbursts of anger
The coach's quick-temperedness made the team nervous during games.
A irascibilidade do treinador deixava o time nervoso durante os jogos.
NYC Slang
hotheadedness
Synonyms
irascibility
short-temperedness
testiness
irritability
hot-headedness
Antonyms
patience
composure
equanimity
even-temperedness
calm
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
irascibilidade
most common term in Brazilian Portuguese
General Brazilian
temperamento impulsivo
alternative expression emphasizing impulsive nature
Portugal
irascibilidade
standard term in European Portuguese
Portugal
génio difícil
colloquial expression meaning 'difficult temperament'
Related Idioms & Phrases
quick to anger
short fuse
fly off the handle
have a bad temper
perder a paciência facilmente
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