What does irritating mean?
Irritating means Causing irritation, annoyance or pain..
Irritating
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
Causing irritation, annoyance or pain..
Definitions by Sense
- Causing irritation, annoyance or pain.
- Stimulating or exciting a response.
- present participle and gerund of irritate
Example Sentences
irritating bureaucracy
irritating music
irritating person
irritating sounds
Synonyms for irritating
Antonyms for irritating
Related Words
Word Forms
- more irritating
- most irritating
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for irritating?
Common synonyms include vexatious, vexing, galling, teasing.
What is the opposite of irritating?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use irritating in a sentence?
irritating bureaucracy
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