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CHOLERIC

(adj.sat, noun, adj.)

Definitions

There are 9 meanings of the word Choleric.

Choleric - as an adjective satellite

Easily moved to anger

Example: "Men of the choleric type take to kicking and smashing"

Quickly aroused to anger

Example: "A hotheaded commander"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hot-temperedhotheadedirasciblequick-temperedshort-tempered

Characterized by anger

Example: "A choleric outburst"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
irascible

Choleric - as a noun

A person with a choleric temperament.

A person suffering from cholera (infectious disease).

Choleric - as an adjective

(according to theories of the four humours or temperaments) having a temperament characterized by an excess of choler; easily becoming angry.

Showing or expressing anger.

Of or relating to cholera (infectious disease).

Causing an excess of choler.

Example Sentences

"He has a choleric temperament and is easily angered."
"She made a choleric response to the criticism."
"The choleric boss yelled at his employees for their mistakes."
"His choleric behavior caused tension among his friends."
"The choleric driver honked aggressively at the slow car in front."
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Word Game Points

Is CHOLERIC a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, choleric is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CHOLERIC has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is CHOLERIC a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, choleric is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CHOLERIC has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is CHOLERIC a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, choleric is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CHOLERIC has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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