umbrageous

Other forms: umbrageously

Definitions of umbrageous
  1. adjective
    filled with shade
    “cool umbrageous woodlands”
    synonyms: shadowed, shadowy, shady
    shaded
    protected from heat and light with shade or shadow
  2. adjective
    angered at something unjust or wrong
    “umbrageous at the loss of their territory”
    synonyms: incensed, indignant, outraged
    angry
    feeling or showing anger
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Spoon River Anthology
Edgar Lee Masters

Edgar Lee Masters haunts the local residents of towns in which he grew up with more than 200 poetic portraits that are eerily familiar. Speaking from their graves, the characters reveal, confess, accuse, and advise. Bury yourself in this list to see what they are shoveling out. Read the full text here.

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