جستجو
worked up
01
بسیار ناراحت و عصبانی
(of a person) very angry or upset about something unpleasant that has happened
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "worked up" and when to use it?
The idiom "worked up" likely originated from the idea of becoming physically or mentally agitated or exhausted after engaging in strenuous or intense work. The phrase may have evolved from the notion of working oneself into a state of heightened emotion or excitement. This expression is used in various contexts or occasions to describe a state of heightened emotional agitation, exhaustion, or anticipation. It is commonly employed to depict individuals who are very angry or upset about something unpleasant that has happened, such as a frustrating situation, unfair treatment, or disappointing outcome.
02
to prepare oneself mentally or emotionally
IdiomInformal
مثال
The customer became worked up when the restaurant messed up their order and refused to fix it.
The team captain got worked up when the referee made a controversial decision.
He had been harboring resentment for years and finally worked up the courage to have it out with his former business partner.
Whenever he starts getting worked up, I remind him to swallow a chill pill.
The success story worked up inspiration among the students.
