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What is another word for Irritation? – 253 Irritation Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    annoyance frustration vexation irritation aggravation exasperation anger indignation resentment displeasure dissatisfaction discontent discomfort unease impatience irritability testiness crossness petulance sullenness sulking grumpiness grouchiness crankiness irascibility peevishness waspishness tetchiness snappishness fretfulness restlessness edginess tenseness strain stress tension discomfort discomforture disquiet disquietude perturbation disturbance trouble upset upsetness ruffle rumpus commotion turmoil tumult uproar fracas hubbub hullabaloo din clamor noise fuss ado bother hassle inconvenience nuisance plague pest vexation botheration harassment molestation.

    Meaning of Irritation

    The primary meaning of the word "Irritation" is a feeling of annoyance or frustration.

    Definitions

    • A feeling of annoyance or frustration, often caused by a repeated or persistent stimulus.
    • A state of inflammation or discomfort, especially in a part of the body.
    • The act of annoying or frustrating someone, or the state of being annoyed or frustrated.

    Etymology of Irritation

    The word "Irritation" originated from the Latin word "irritare", which means "to provoke or annoy".
    The term has been used in English since the 15th century to describe a feeling of annoyance or frustration.
    Over time, the word has evolved to include a range of related meanings, including a state of inflammation or discomfort.

    Example Uses

    • The noise from the construction site was a source of irritation to the neighbors.
    • She felt a growing irritation at the constant delays in the project.
    • The skin irritation was treated with a topical cream.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    calmness serenity peacefulness tranquility composure patience tolerance understanding acceptance resignation acquiescence complacency complaisance affability amiability cordiality geniality warmth hospitality welcome relief comfort solace consolation reassurance soothing balm peace quiet stillness silence hush repose rest relaxation leisure ease comfort convenience pleasure enjoyment delight satisfaction contentment happiness cheerfulness joy.

    Related Nouns

    annoyance frustration anger resentment displeasure dissatisfaction discomfort unease impatience irritability testiness crossness petulance sullenness sulking grumpiness grouchiness crankiness irascibility peevishness waspishness tetchiness snappishness fretfulness restlessness edginess tenseness strain stress tension disturbance trouble upset ruffle rumpus commotion turmoil tumult uproar fracas hubbub hullabaloo din clamor noise fuss ado bother hassle inconvenience nuisance plague pest.

    Related Verbs

    annoy frustrate irritate vex exasperate anger resent displease dissatisfy discomfort unease inconvenience bother hassle plague pester tease taunt provoke ruffle rumpus commotion trouble upset disturb perturb disquiet disconcert fluster rattle unsettle unnerve harass molest badger harry heckle hound.

    Related Adjectives

    annoyed frustrated irritated vexed exasperated angry resentful displeased dissatisfied uncomfortable uneasy impatient irritable testy cross petulant sullen grumpy grouchy cranky irascible peevish waspish tetchy snappish fretful restless edgy tense strained stressed troubled upset disturbed disquieted disconcerted flustered rattled unsettled unnerved harassed molested badgered harried heckled hounded.