Hothead (noun)

A person who is easily angered or has a quick temper.

Origin:

The word hothead is thought to be from the late 16th century, it originates from the phrase "hot-headed" which means impulsive, easily angered, or having a quick temper. it is a combination of the adjective "hot" which refers to being easily excited or angered and the noun "head" which refers to the mind or the seat of emotions.

Examples:

  1. He is a hothead and always gets into arguments.
  2. She is a hothead and she can't control her temper.
  3. He has a reputation as a hothead and people avoid him.
  4. I try not to be a hothead but sometimes I can't help it.
  5. He is a hothead, and he is always getting into fights.
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