1. the quality of being easily angered or irritated; proneness to anger
Usage: formal

Examples

• His irascibility made him difficult to work with during stressful projects.
• The coach’s irascibility was legendary among players who feared his outbursts.
• Age seemed to increase her irascibility, as she snapped at minor inconveniences.
• The medication helped reduce his irascibility and improved his relationships.
• Her irascibility was often triggered by loud noises or interruptions.
• The boss’s irascibility created a tense atmosphere in the office.