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Vocabulary Entry
irritation
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A feeling of discomfort or annoyance caused by something bothersome.
Example Sentences
"Her constant tapping on the desk was a source of irritation."
"The irritation from the mosquito bite made it hard for him to concentrate."
"His irritation with the delay was evident in his tone."
V
verb
To cause annoyance or discomfort to someone.
Example Sentences
"The loud construction noise irritates the residents nearby."
"She didn't mean to irritate him with her questions."
"Driving too slowly can irritate other drivers on the road."