annoying

adjective

an·​noy·​ing ə-ˈnȯi-iŋ 

: causing vexation or irritation : causing annoyance : irritating

an annoying habit

annoying questions

annoyingly

ə-ˈnȯi-iŋ-lē 

adverb

Synonyms of annoying

• frustrating
• irritating
• disturbing

Examples of annoying in a Sentence

my partner has the annoying habit of eating all the pickles and leaving a jar full of pickle juice in the refrigerator

Recent Examples on the Web

The best mascaras for older women help coat lashes with color while addressing the annoying issues that come with age. — Micaela English, Glamour, 14 Aug. 2026

First, dust the surface to eliminate any annoying dust and dirt particles. — Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Aug. 2026

Spotty communication doesn’t just make trying to drive annoying. — Wanjiku Chebet Kanjumba, The Conversation, 13 Aug. 2026

Politics, race, gender, social justice and culture were not treated as annoying distractions from the sport. — Dan Zaksheske Outkick, FOXNews.com, 12 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

see annoy

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for annoying

• alloying
• deploying
• destroying
• employing
• enjoying
• cloying
• toying

Kids Definition

annoying

adjective

an·​noy·​ing ə-ˈnȯi-iŋ 

: causing annoyance

an annoying habit

annoyingly adverb