IRRITATION
Scrabble letter values: I1R1R1I1T1A1T1I1O1N1 = 10
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
- “his temper sparked like damp firewood”
- “any food produced irritation of the stomach”
- “What irritation causes you to be so moody?”