Anger irritation

Exasperated

Also known as fed up

Strength 3 of 4

Patience worn right through when the same problem comes back again and again, with a weary, boiling sense of having had enough.

In the body

  • Hands thrown up
  • A loud, long sigh
  • Eyes rolling or shutting tight
  • Head dropping into the hands

Needs behind it

When these needs aren’t met

Softer and stronger

  1. Displeased
  2. Grumpy
  3. Irritated
  4. Frustrated
  5. Impatient
  6. Exasperated

Often confused with

Frustrated

Frustrated is energy pushing against a block; exasperated is patience finally worn through after the same thing has happened too many times.

See also