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Irked

Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective

Meaning

Annoyed..

Definitions by Sense

  1. Annoyed.
  2. simple past and past participle of irk

Example Sentences

Pressured to deliver his film on time and within budget, Asher finally refused to give in to another of Cummings' demands. The irked actor stormed off the set. Bill shot around him for the rest of the day but then had to approach his unhappy star.

Synonyms for irked

annoyedbotheredirritatedperturbed

Antonyms for irked

Related Words

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does irked mean?

Irked means Annoyed..

What is a synonym for irked?

Common synonyms include annoyed, bothered, irritated, perturbed.

What is the opposite of irked?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use irked in a sentence?

Pressured to deliver his film on time and within budget, Asher finally refused to give in to another of Cummings' demands. The irked actor stormed off the set. Bill shot around him for the rest of the day but then had to approach his unhappy star.

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