irritation

//ˌɪrɪˈteɪʃən//
B2Frequency Level 11Neutral
Visual representation of irritation

Noun

irritationSingular
irritationsPlural
1

A feeling of annoyance or impatience caused by something unpleasant or frustrating.

She couldn't hide her irritation when the meeting was delayed again.

2

Something that causes annoyance or frustration.

The constant noise from the construction site was a major irritation.

3

A condition of inflammation or soreness in a part of the body.

The new soap caused skin irritation on my hands.

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