adjective
- prone to or characterized by anger; easily angered; irascible
Usage: archaic or literary; less common than 'irascible' in modern English
Examples
- The iracund old man shouted at anyone who dared to disturb his peace.
- Her iracund nature made it difficult for her to maintain friendships.
- He had an iracund disposition that worsened with age.
- The iracund king was feared by his courtiers.
- Despite his iracund temperament, he was respected for his wisdom.