Huff
Huff noun - An outburst or display of excited anger.
Usage example: gets all in a huff every time anyone makes the slightest criticism
Spleen
Spleen noun - An intense emotional state of displeasure with someone or something.
Usage example: vented her spleen and felt much better for having done so
Nearby Word: splenic
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