as in frustration
the feeling of impatience or anger caused by another's repeated disagreeable acts
Dad's general irritation at the incessant complaining coming from the back seat of the car
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Recent Examples of irritation
Daily use definitely isn’t necessary and will likely lead to irritation.
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Grace McCarty, Glamour, 2 Oct. 2025
This lightweight, non-comedogenic serum smooths frizz, boosts shine, and shields against heat styling up to 450ºF—all without clogging pores or causing irritation.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 30 Sep. 2025
Rubbing Your Eyes Rubbing your eyes might provide immediate relief for itchiness or irritation, but this habit can cause lasting damage.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 30 Sep. 2025
Acute exposure may cause drowsiness, dizziness and headaches, as well as eye, skin and respiratory tract irritation, and unconsciousness at high levels.
—Noelle Phillips, Denver Post, 30 Sep. 2025
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Grace McCarty, Glamour, 2 Oct. 2025
This lightweight, non-comedogenic serum smooths frizz, boosts shine, and shields against heat styling up to 450ºF—all without clogging pores or causing irritation.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 30 Sep. 2025
Rubbing Your Eyes Rubbing your eyes might provide immediate relief for itchiness or irritation, but this habit can cause lasting damage.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 30 Sep. 2025
Acute exposure may cause drowsiness, dizziness and headaches, as well as eye, skin and respiratory tract irritation, and unconsciousness at high levels.
—Noelle Phillips, Denver Post, 30 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for irritation
Noun
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The comments illustrate the frustration as the four remaining controllers waited on a regional air traffic control center across the state to clear planes to enter the airspace.—
Dalia Faheid,
CNN Money,
8 Oct. 2025
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In the film, directed by Mike Judge, Peter Gibbons (Livingston) and his coworkers, Michael Bolton (David Herman) and Samir Nagheenanajar (Ajay Naidu), enjoy the last day at their job by taking out years of frustrations on their frequently malfunctioning office printer.—
Angela Andaloro,
PEOPLE,
8 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Swift asks with growing exasperation at an unseen model.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
29 Sep. 2025
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The move reflects their exasperation with the Israeli leader, and a potentially existential moment for Israel.—
Nic Robertson,
CNN Money,
22 Sep. 2025
Noun
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As the seasons go on, Barbra charms her way from Reba's biggest annoyance to being her best friend.—
Eric King,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 Oct. 2025
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There’s a general mood of annoyance, more so with the police and the stewards rather than the defeat itself.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Messing with players during their swing and lobbing personal attacks are where McIlroy, Lowry, Matt Fitzpatrick and others have voiced displeasure.—
Brody Miller,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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TelevisaUnivsion issued a stern statement of displeasure at the situation.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Oct. 2025
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Her pain and her grief can’t be hers alone.—
Romina Ruiz-Goiriena,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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As anger fades into apathy and grief is aggravated by guilt, the public also chooses silence.—
Yangyang Cheng,
NPR,
4 Oct. 2025
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“Irritation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/irritation. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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