Galling
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Galling is an adjective meaning Vexing, humiliating; eliciting indignation or bitterness.
Meaning
Vexing, humiliating; eliciting indignation or bitterness.
More Meanings
- Material transfer caused by adhesion between sliding surfaces, potentially resulting in wear or binding.
- present participle and gerund of gall
Example Sentences
Uruguay were quick to the ball, strong in the tackle and seemed intent on showing they were a better team than had been apparent in their defeat to Costa Rica. Yet the most galling part for England is that they helped them on their way.
Synonyms for galling
Depending on context, synonyms include vexatious, vexing, teasing, nettlesome, pesky, pestiferous.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include nettlesome, irritating, vexing, plaguy, annoying, vexatious.
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