as in annoyed
subjected to and reacting with irritation
overworked, exasperated parents barking at their children over little things
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as in irritated
to disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts
small children can exasperate their parents with endless questions about why this or that is so
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Recent Examples of exasperated
Claire Wang, Oc Register, 22 Jan. 2026
Josh asks for silence, then later explains — in an exasperated tone — that the ruckus was distracting him.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 20 Jan. 2026
Nathan Heller, New Yorker, 1 Feb. 2026
In 1978, exasperated by her inability to secure gallery representation for Broodthaers, Goodman launched Marian Goodman Gallery at 38 East Fifty-Seventh Street.
—News Desk, Artforum, 27 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
Others said the new regulations could create longer lines and a more cumbersome retail experience, driving exasperated customers to shop in other cities.
—Claire Wang, Oc Register, 22 Jan. 2026
Josh asks for silence, then later explains — in an exasperated tone — that the ruckus was distracting him.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 20 Jan. 2026
Verb
The number of people openly or covertly exasperated by MAGA is now enormous, and what’s needed is a dynamic unifier who can get things done.
—Nathan Heller, New Yorker, 1 Feb. 2026
In 1978, exasperated by her inability to secure gallery representation for Broodthaers, Goodman launched Marian Goodman Gallery at 38 East Fifty-Seventh Street.
—News Desk, Artforum, 27 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exasperated
Adjective
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One scene shows an annoyed President Obama, trying to have a private conversation with Tutu, whose security detail quickly pushes back the camera team.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Feb. 2026
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Some, without even asking, just threw up their hands, and, annoyed, picked up their pace and kept walking up Vorovsky Street.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 Feb. 2026
Verb
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For a long time your political cartoons published in the editorial pages have irritated me.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
13 Jan. 2026
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The song, which reclaims a derogatory term for Venezuelan female migrants, was interpreted as defiant and irritated the Venezuelan president, then facing widespread reports of electoral fraud.—
Leonor C. Suárez,
Rolling Stone,
4 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Colt Gray sent grandmother concerning texts In her testimony, Polhamus reviewed several angry, vulgar text messages from Colt Gray that showed his spiraling mental health and penchant for outbursts.—
Eric Levenson,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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When Fiyero chooses to leave with Elphaba, Glinda’s left heartbroken and angry.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
20 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Tough, undemanding, and rarely bothered by pests, a cheery patch of daffodils can last for generations.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
23 Feb. 2026
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As a young schoolboy, Davidson was often cruelly stigmatized because no one had bothered to diagnose his disorder.—
Baz Bamigboye,
Deadline,
23 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Fedor Zugic scored nine points on a trio of first-half 3-pointers to lead Creighton (14-14, 8-9), unable to build off a big upset Wednesday at UConn.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
21 Feb. 2026
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Residents in Queens are getting upset over the explanation from the city for a massive puddle that just won't go away.—
Andrew Ramos,
CBS News,
21 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Instead, Ladinig says Pierre Haobsh bugged Henry Han's computer with a spyware app called a keylogger.—
Natalie Morales,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Feeling good Weathers has been bugged by several injuries over the last few years.—
Brendan Kuty,
New York Times,
16 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Dodd is facing charges of first-degree murder, home invasion, armed violence, residential burglary and aggravated stalking, according to Oswego police.—
Aurora Beacon-News,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Jan. 2026
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Rodriguez was convicted in 2020 of stalking and aggravated assault.—
Ronald J. Hansen,
AZCentral.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Russia has destroyed more than 600 churches, persecuted millions of Ukrainian Christians under occupation, and abducted more than 19,000 children in an effort to break Ukraine’s spirit.—
Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
24 Feb. 2026
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The result is that, despite existing household pains owing to more expensive fuel, a resurgent kidnapping crisis that exposes deep security vulnerabilities, and external pressure from a US government that claims Christians are persecuted in Nigeria, Tinubu has expanded his base and looks strong.—
Alexander Onukwue,
semafor.com,
16 Feb. 2026
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“Exasperated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exasperated. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.
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