Anger anger

Cross

Strength 1 of 4

Mildly angry and a little short-tempered, a brief flash of heat when something goes against your wishes, usually easy to set down again.

In the body

  • A frown and narrowed eyes
  • Lips pressed thin
  • Arms folded

Needs behind it

When these needs aren’t met

CooperationAutonomy

Softer and stronger

  1. Cross
  2. Angry
  3. Hostile
  4. Furious

Often confused with

Irritated

Irritated is a prickle of annoyance at something that grates; cross is a small flash of anger that something went against your wishes.

See also

Displeased