annoyance

noun

an·​noy·​ance ə-ˈnȯi-ən(t)s 

1

: the act of annoying someone or of being annoyed

2

: the state or feeling of being annoyed : vexation

She couldn't hide her annoyance.

3

: a source of vexation or irritation : nuisance

The delay was a minor annoyance.

Synonyms

• aggravation
• bedevilment
• botheration
• bothering
• bugging
• disturbance
• harassment
• harrying
• importunity
• pestering
• teasing
• vexation

Examples of annoyance in a Sentence

She expressed annoyance at the slow service.

they have an unlisted number in the hopes that it will reduce the constant annoyance by telemarketers

Recent Examples on the Web

Competitive gamers seeking fast, lag-free performance without the annoyance of wires won't find much better than the ultra-lightweight Razer Viper Ultimate. —Cierra Cowan, PC Magazine, 16 Apr. 2025

And inadequate feedback can cause annoyance at best, and injury at worst. —Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2025

Much to the annoyance of Democrats, Elon Musk has become a prominent figure in President Donald Trump's administration. —Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Apr. 2025

Teams of cops designed to respond to these everyday annoyances will be hitting the streets in precincts enrolled in the new pilot program, said Tisch, who added that quality-of-life 311 complaints doubled between 2018 and 2024. —Thomas Tracy, New York Daily News, 10 Apr. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing annoyance

• in annoyance
• to one's annoyance

Rhymes for annoyance

• clairvoyance

Kids Definition

annoyance

noun

an·​noy·​ance ə-ˈnȯi-ən(t)s 

1

a

: the act of annoying

b

: the feeling of being annoyed

2

: a source of annoyance : nuisance