irritation

Definition

The act of irritating or annoying.

Etymology

Borrowed from Middle French irritation, from Latin irrītātiō, from irrītāre (“to excite”).

Example Sentences

• "What irritation causes you to be so moody?"
• "It has already been established that the crew was competent and qualified for operation of AS66. With the exception of some overtones of irritation about the manner in which another aircraft, N799Y, affected the flight's progress into the Juneau area, the recorded cockpit conversation, in general, reflects a relaxed but businesslike atmosphere."
• "Last spring, the periodical cicadas emerged across eastern North America. Their vast numbers and short above-ground life spans inspired awe and irritation in humans—and made for good meals for birds and small mammals."

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