as in irritability
readiness to show annoyance or impatience
the old man's chronic irritableness makes him the terror of the nursing home
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Noun
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Other signs may include confusion, irritability, difficulty walking, joint or muscle pain, and loss of appetite.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
1 Feb. 2026 -
The former is the best option to avoid caffeine withdrawal symptoms, which may include fatigue, headaches, and irritability.—
Emily Santora,
Health,
30 Jan. 2026
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Armia, also signed over the summer, has been as advertised, bringing aggression, energy and a serious threat to score shorthanded.—
Andrew Knoll,
Daily News,
7 Feb. 2026
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With Russia and Belarus officially banned, and the games taking place in Europe, there will likely be significant diplomatic attention on Russia’s aggression in Ukraine.—
Samuel Sanders,
Time,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Irritableness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/irritableness. Accessed 10 Feb. 2026.
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