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Meaning of irritating
The primary meaning of the word "irritating" is causing annoyance or frustration.
Etymology of irritating
The word "irritating" comes from the Latin "irritare", which means to provoke or excite, and is related to the word "irritus", which is the past participle of "irritare"
Historically, the word "irritating" has been used in English since the 17th century to describe something that causes annoyance or frustration
Synonyms
exasperating
frustrating
annoying
maddening
infuriating
vexing
irritating
troublesome
bothersome
pesky
nettlesome
galling
rankling
grating
displeasing
offensive
disagreeable
unpleasant
distasteful
repulsive
repugnant
objectionable
disgusting
nauseating
sickening
infuriating
enraging
incensing
provoking
riling
annoying
peeving
irritating
getting on one's nerves
trying one's patience
getting under one's skin
Definitions
- Causing annoyance or frustration, especially by being persistent or repetitive
- Causing inflammation or other uncomfortable physical sensations, especially in a part of the body
Usage Examples
- The noise from the construction site was irritating and made it hard to focus
- Her constant questions were irritating, but I tried to be patient
- The irritating rash on my skin wouldn't go away, no matter what cream I used
Antonyms
soothing
calming
pleasing
delightful
enjoyable
pleasant
satisfying
gratifying
comforting
reassuring
heartening
uplifting
inspiring
pleasing
agreeable
charming
attractive
appealing
alluring
enticing
soothing
gentle
mild
moderate
temperate
tolerable
bearable
acceptable
pleasant
nice
lovely
wonderful
marvelous
superb
excellent