bad-tempered
1 of 1adjective/ˈbædˈtɛmpərd/
Forms:more bad-tempered,most bad-tempered
1
easily annoyed and quick to anger
C1- He was known for his bad-tempered demeanor, often snapping at those around him.
- The bad-tempered customer stormed out of the store after arguing with the cashier.
- Dealing with his bad-tempered landlord was one of the downsides of renting the apartment.
- The bad-tempered boss made the workplace environment hostile and unpleasant.
- The bad-tempered cat hissed and scratched whenever anyone approached it.