NUISANCE Synonyms: 79 Similar and Opposite Words

nuisance

noun

ˈnü-sᵊn(t)s

Definition of nuisance

as in annoyance

one who is obnoxiously annoying the new neighbor is threatening to become a nuisance, dropping in on us several times a day

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as in headache

something that is a source of irritation folding up this map correctly is such a nuisance

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Recent Examples of nuisance Of course, the list of invertebrates include mosquitoes, gnats, yellow flies, ticks and other biting pests, which are most annoying June through August but can be nuisances at other times of the year. — Charles Seabrook, AJC.com, 25 July 2026 What looks like a minor nuisance can quickly damage your vehicle’s clear coat, leaving behind permanent etching if it’s not removed promptly. — Rachel Silva, Martha Stewart, 25 July 2026 The property was also accused of violating multiple ordinances regarding prostitution, public nuisance, unlicensed sale of alcohol, unlicensed sale of cannabis, and unlawful use or possession of a firearm. — Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 25 July 2026 These tiny insects are a summertime nuisance that prey on people, pets, and wildlife, including birds, leaving behind an aggravating itch that can last for more than a week. — Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 22 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for nuisance

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Noun

With Letterboxd at the palm of our hands, everybody truly is a critic these days, much to Christopher Nolan‘s annoyance.

— Glenn Garner, Deadline, 2 Aug. 2026
No type of material is immune to this annoyance, DaSilva adds.

— Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 31 July 2026

Definition of annoyance

Noun

Because for sports spread thin across multiple broadcasters, and fewer bars, the headache for fans is only getting sharper.

— Leo MacLehose, Sportico.com, 31 July 2026
Typhus symptoms develop one to two weeks after a person becomes infected, and can include fever, headache, body aches, chills, rash, nausea and vomiting.

— Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 30 July 2026

Definition of headache

Noun

Always assume items have unseen germs or pests and clean them accordingly before bringing them into your home.

— Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 1 Aug. 2026
These plant pests stimulate the Mexican petunia foliage to grow hairlike portions that form the white patches.

— Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of pest

Noun

Over the past few months, SmackDown newcomer Gunther has been a thorn in the side of the blue brand’s General Manager Nick Aldis, even physically attacking him on more than one occasion.

— Blake Oestriecher, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
However, no amount of personal story can pluck out the thorn in our side that Janet versus Danny.

— Ile-Ife Okantah, Vulture, 30 July 2026

Definition of thorn

Noun

In both cases, the assumption is the same—that theatergoers aren’t there for traditional superhero derring-do, only a cavalcade of Easter eggs and teases for upcoming installments to keep the Marvel gravy train running at full steam.

— David Sims, The Atlantic, 30 July 2026
Series stars Reese Witherspoon and Jennifer Aniston took to social media to bid farewell to the series and tease at what fans can look forward to in the upcoming installment.

— Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 23 July 2026

Definition of tease

Noun

Sharks are known to rub against reefs, sand, rocks and even the seafloor to remove irritants.

— Melissa Cristina Márquez, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
Powder emitted from an airbag deployment in Hampton’s car could have been an irritant to Hampton’s eyes, Brissette suggested.

— Emerson Clarridge, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 July 2026

Definition of irritant

Noun

City officials and neighbors assert that the constant stream of vehicles at the charging stations create light and sound pollution and cause undue traffic congestion on the streets and nearby alleys, creating a collective bother and disruption.

— Cyrus Farivar, ArsTechnica, 1 Aug. 2026
The low-end remains modest throughout, with the persistent kick drum never becoming a bother and the bass never quite standing out in the mix.

— Mark Knapp, PC Magazine, 8 July 2026

Definition of bother

Noun

Big brands, which are highly sensitive to public pressure, have become an easy target for frustration.

— Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026
Early today, the Pisces Moon may stir private doubts or behind-the-scenes frustration as Venus highlights work and wellness .

— Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 2 Aug. 2026

Definition of frustration

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