IRRITATING
Scrabble letter values: I1R1R1I1T1A1T1I1N1G2 = 11
Definition
- adjective causing irritation or annoyance. — synonyms: annoying, bothersome, galling, nettlesome, pesky, pestering, pestiferous, plaguy
- adjective (used of physical stimuli) serving to stimulate or excite. — synonyms: irritative
- adjective causing physical discomfort. — synonyms: painful
Examples
- “tapping an annoying rhythm on his glass with his fork”
- “aircraft noise is particularly bothersome near the airport”
- “found it galling to have to ask permission”