The difference between Choleric and Irascible
When used as adjectives, choleric means (according to theories of the four humours or temperaments) having a temperament characterized by an excess of choler, whereas irascible means easily provoked to outbursts of anger.
Choleric is also noun with the meaning: a person with a choleric temperament.
check bellow for the other definitions of Choleric and Irascible
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Choleric as an adjective:
(according to theories of the four humours or temperaments) Having a temperament characterized by an excess of choler; easily becoming angry.
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Choleric as an adjective:
Showing or expressing anger.
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Choleric as an adjective:
Of or relating to cholera (infectious disease).
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Choleric as an adjective (obsolete):
Causing an excess of choler.
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Choleric as a noun:
A person with a choleric temperament.
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Choleric as a noun:
A person suffering from cholera (infectious disease).
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Irascible as an adjective:
Easily provoked to outbursts of anger; irritable.