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 of annoyance

• harassment
• disturbance
• bothering

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

The go-to resource for mapping out those periods is the app EskomSePush (the name of which is a cheeky double entendre in Afrikkans, betraying the public annoyance). —Abbey Hudetz, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2026

But the dense plotting, frenetic pace, and skilled cast go a long way toward alleviating the annoyance for those who notice it. —Ben Travers, IndieWire, 16 Apr. 2026

Ti West Another old friend, MaXXXine director Ti West slept on the floor next to Dunham’s childhood bed for two months, much to her parents’ annoyance. —Emma Alpern, Vulture, 14 Apr. 2026

However, his fast talking backfires when he’s called to take part in the fight instead because of the annoyance he’s caused. —Aaron Couch, HollywoodReporter, 14 Apr. 2026

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