DictionaryincenseMake very angry
verb

incense

To make someone very angry.

The unfair accusation incenses her.

Etymology

The Latin verb means to set on fire. Incensing someone transfers that ignition to anger, as though the emotion had been kindled into a blaze.

More examples

  • The decision incensed the crowd.
  • The delay is incensing everyone.
  • His dismissive reply incenses them.

Forms

incense · incenses · incensed · incensing

Similar words

enrage
Makes extremely angry.
infuriate
Another strong verb for provoking anger.