IRRITATION
/ˌɪɹɪˈteɪʃən/ ► audio Scrabble 10 Words With Friends 11
Definition
- noun the psychological state of being irritated or annoyed.
— synonyms: annoyance, vexation, botheration
- noun a sudden outburst of anger.
— synonyms: pique, temper
- noun (pathology) abnormal sensitivity to stimulation.
- noun the neural or electrical arousal of an organ or muscle or gland.
— synonyms: excitation, innervation
- noun an uncomfortable feeling of mental painfulness or distress.
— synonyms: discomfort, soreness
- noun unfriendly behavior that causes anger or resentment.
— synonyms: aggravation, provocation
- noun the act of troubling or annoying someone.
— synonyms: annoyance, annoying, vexation
Examples
- “What irritation causes you to be so moody?”
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