Irritation - definition, pronunciation, transcription
noun
- a sudden outburst of anger (syn: pique, temper)
- (pathology) abnormal sensitivity to stimulation
- an uncomfortable feeling of mental painfulness or distress (syn: discomfort, soreness)
- unfriendly behavior that causes anger or resentment (syn: aggravation, provocation)
- the act of troubling or annoying someone (syn: annoyance, annoying, vexation)
Extra examples
...Dad's general irritation at the incessant complaining coming from the back seat of the car....
He could not hide his irritation that he had not been invited.
The heavy traffic is a constant source of irritation.
The doctor's irritation at being interrupted showed.
The children are just an irritation for him when he's trying to work.
The astringent can cause irritation to sensitive skin.
His provincial attitude was a source of irritation for her.
Her irritation melted into pity.
'What?' asked Hazel, with a touch of irritation.
The nurse rushed in, tutting with irritation.
Word forms
singular: irritation
plural: irritations
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