roiled

Definitions of roiled
  1. adjective
    (of a liquid) agitated vigorously; in a state of turbulence
    synonyms: churning, roiling, roily, turbulent
    agitated
    physically disturbed or set in motion
  2. adjective
    aroused to impatience or anger
    “roiled by the delay”
    synonyms: annoyed, irritated, miffed, nettled, peeved, riled, steamed, stung
    displeased
    not pleased; experiencing or manifesting displeasure
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