NETTLESOME
Scrabble letter values: N1E1T1T1L1E1S1O1M3E1 = 12
Definition
- adjective causing irritation or annoyance. — synonyms: annoying, bothersome, galling, irritating, pesky, pestering, pestiferous, plaguy
- adjective easily irritated or annoyed. — synonyms: cranky, fractious, irritable, peevish, peckish, pettish, petulant, scratchy
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”