bristled

• Décrit quelque chose de couvert de poils courts et raides ou de piquants ; s'emploie aussi au sens figuré pour exprimer la colère ou l'irritation.

Describes something that is covered with or characterized by stiff, short hairs or spines; also used figuratively to mean showing anger or irritation.

1. Covered with short stiff hairsB2formal

   Having short, stiff, and prickly hairs or bristles.

   hérissé

   • The bristled brush is perfect for cleaning grout.
   • His bristled chin needed a shave.
   • The caterpillar had a bristled back for protection.

   Synonymesbristlyhairypricklyroughsetaceoussetose

   Antonymesbaldhairlesssmooth

2. Angry or defensive reactionB2informal

   Showing irritation, anger, or defensive readiness, often used figuratively.

   Se hérisser (figuré)

   • He bristled at the suggestion that he was lying.
   • She bristled with indignation when criticized unfairly.
   • The manager bristled at the employee's rude comment.

   Synonymesangryannoyeddefensivefuriousincensedindignantirritatedprovokedresentful

   Antonymescalmcomposedsereneunperturbed