Irritant
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɪɹɪtənt/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Irritant is an adjective meaning Causing irritation or inflammation.
Meaning
Causing irritation or inflammation.
More Meanings
- (law, Scotland) Rendering null and void; conditionally invalidating.
- Any medication designed to cause irritation
- A source of irritation.
Example Sentences
The states elected Harry, Duke of Anjou, for their king, with this clause irritant; that, if he did violate any part of his oath, the people should owe him no allegiance.
Lin had harassed the missionary group multiple times. However, he was the one who scheduled a meeting with the two CGM members at a laundromat. Upon meeting, before they could even exchange words, Lin launched an attack. He pulled out a bottle of irritant liquid that he had prepared beforehand and sprayed it into their eyes.
Word Forms
- irritants
Synonyms for irritant
Depending on context, synonyms include thorn.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include thorn, irritated, irritation, annoyance, vexing, irritating.
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