Annoyance
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /əˈnɔɪ.əns/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Annoyance is a noun meaning (countable) That which annoys.
Meaning
(countable) That which annoys.
More Meanings
- (countable) An act or instance of annoying.
- (uncountable) The psychological state of being annoyed or irritated.
Example Sentences
feeling mild annoyance
Having to wait 45 minutes for the bus is a real annoyance, but it's the only way to get to work.
‘I’m not annoyed with you,’ Lizzie said, putting a hand on Dimple’s shoulder. ‘Well, I am. But you’re my sister. So the annoyance is nothing new.’
Word Forms
- annoyances
- annoyaunce
- annoying
- annoyment
Synonyms for annoyance
Depending on context, synonyms include nark, bother, exasperation, frustration, irritation, vexation.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include irritation, annoying, vexation, botheration, bother, nuisance.
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