Rile
(verb)
- Make (someone) angry or annoyed.
- Disturb the composure of; upset.
Origin:
Mid 17th century (in the sense "stir up, excite"): of unknown origin.
Examples:
- He was riled by the criticism.
- She was riled by the constant interruptions.
- The news of the accident riled him.
- His constant lateness riled her.
- The delay riled the already impatient customers.