20 Feelings and Emotions Related to Anger: Description and Physical Sensations
20 common emotions/feelings related to the primary emotion of anger, along with a general description and how they might feel in the body:
| Emotion/Feeling | General Description | Body Sensation |
|---|---|---|
| Aggravated | Feeling irritated, annoyed or frustrated. | Tense muscles, clenched jaw, shallow breathing. |
| Anger | A strong feeling of displeasure, often resulting from a perceived injustice or wrongdoing. | Rapid heart rate, sweating, tension in muscles. |
| Annoyed | Feeling slightly irritated or bothered. | Tense muscles, increased heart rate. |
| Betrayed | Feeling deeply hurt and let down by someone close. | Tightness in chest, racing thoughts, stomach churning. |
| Bitter | Feeling resentful or angry due to disappointment or unfair treatment. | Tense muscles, racing thoughts, loss of appetite. |
| Enraged | A powerful and intense feeling of anger. | Rapid heartbeat, flushed skin, shaking, tension in muscles. |
| Frustrated | Feeling blocked or thwarted in one’s efforts to achieve a goal. | Tightness in chest, shallow breathing, tension in muscles. |
| Furious | Feeling extremely angry and out of control. | Rapid heartbeat, sweating, difficulty concentrating. |
| Hostile | Feeling antagonistic or unfriendly towards others. | Tense muscles, raised voice, clenched jaw. |
| Hateful | Feeling intense dislike or animosity towards someone or something. | Rapid heartbeat, tension in muscles, clenched fists. |
| Impatient | Feeling annoyed or irritated when something takes longer than expected. | Racing thoughts, fidgeting, increased heart rate. |
| Indignant | Feeling angry or annoyed due to perceived unfair treatment or disrespect. | Tightness in chest, clenched jaw, rapid heartbeat. |
| Infuriated | Feeling intense anger and rage. | Rapid heartbeat, trembling, tense muscles. |
| Irate | Feeling extremely angry and frustrated. | Flushed skin, raised voice, clenched fists. |
| Irritated | Feeling mildly annoyed or bothered. | Tense muscles, shallow breathing, increased heart rate. |
| Livid | Feeling extremely angry, often to the point of irrationality. | Rapid heartbeat, sweating, shaking. |
| Outraged | Feeling a deep sense of anger and indignation. | Tightness in chest, raised voice, racing thoughts. |
| Resentful | Feeling bitter or indignant towards someone or something due to a perceived wrong. | Tightness in chest, racing thoughts, tension in muscles. |
| Seething | Feeling extreme anger and rage bubbling just below the surface. | Flushed skin, rapid heartbeat, shaking. |
| Vengeful | Feeling a desire for revenge or retribution. | Racing thoughts, clenched fists, tense muscles. |
Note: The physical sensations listed are general and may vary from person to person. They are not intended to be a definitive list, but rather a starting point for understanding how emotions can be felt in the body.