irritation — the feeling of being annoyed, impatient, or angry
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the feeling of being annoyed, impatient, or angry
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌɪrɪˈteɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- The constant sound of his pen clicking became a major source of irritation during the exam.
- My biggest irritation at work is when people heat fish in the office microwave.
- The new fabric softener promised to reduce skin irritation for sensitive skin.
irritation
NOUN[/ˌɪrɪˈteɪʃən/]
the feeling of being annoyed, impatient, or angry
Buzzing mosquitoes cause endless irritation during his quiet evening reading.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'irritare' meaning 'to provoke or annoy', which may be derived from 'iratus' meaning 'angry'. The word entered English through French and Medieval Latin.
Breakdown
irrit- (from Latin irritare, to provoke) + -ation (suffix forming nouns indicating a state or action) = irritation
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The constant sound of his pen clicking became a major source of irritation during the exam.”
“My biggest irritation at work is when people heat fish in the office microwave.”
“The new fabric softener promised to reduce skin irritation for sensitive skin.”
“His habit of leaving dirty dishes everywhere was a constant irritation to his roommates.”
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