Irritate

usgb/ˈɪrɪteɪt/
verb

To make someone annoyed or a bit angry.

The constant noise from the machine started to irritate him
Visual representation of "irritate" - To make someone annoyed or a bit angry

Often appears as...

  • irritate someone
  • irritate the eyes
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Visual representation of "irritate"
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Expressing Annoyance

Use 'irritate' to describe actions or behaviors that are annoying but not extremely upsetting.

Illustration for Expressing Annoyance
Chewing with an open mouth can irritate people nearby.
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Subtle Disturbance

'Irritate' suggests a smaller, often continuous disturbance rather than a single, intense action.

Illustration for Subtle Disturbance
His habit of interrupting me mid-sentence really irritates me.
Visual representation of the word "Irritate"

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