Ignorant

[ig-noh-rant]

Definition

Quick-tempered, furious, losing self-control, or blowing one's top.

Example Sentences

Patois:
Him turn ignorant and start throw furniture when him get vex.
English:
He lost his temper completely and started throwing furniture when he got angry.

Patois:
Mind how yuh talk to her, she get ignorant fast.
English:
Mind how you speak to her, she loses her temper quickly.

Usage Tip

In Patois, "ignorant" usually means hot-tempered, quick to anger, or furious rather than lacking knowledge.

Patois Synonym: vex bad
English Synonym: short-tempered; furious; blowing one's top

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