Definitions
There are 7 meanings of the word
Irritation.
How to pronounce irritation:
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Irritation - as a noun
The psychological state of being irritated or annoyed
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
annoyance14botheration16vexation18Hypernyms (Closely Related)
mental conditionmental statepsychological conditionpsychological stateHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A sudden outburst of anger
Example: "His temper sparked like damp firewood"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pique16temper10(pathology) abnormal sensitivity to stimulation
Example: "Any food produced irritation of the stomach"
The neural or electrical arousal of an organ or muscle or gland
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
excitation19innervation14An uncomfortable feeling of mental painfulness or distress
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
discomfort18soreness8Unfriendly behavior that causes anger or resentment
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
aggravation16provocation18Hypernyms (Closely Related)
aggression12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The act of troubling or annoying someone
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
annoyance14annoying12vexation18Hypernyms (Closely Related)
mistreatment16Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The mosquito bite is causing me a lot of irritation."
"Her constant tapping on the table is an irritation to me."
"I have a skin irritation due to an allergic reaction."
"His loud snoring is a source of irritation for all the roommates."
"I can feel the irritation in my eyes after swimming in the chlorinated pool."
Word Game Points
Is IRRITATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, irritation is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
IRRITATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is IRRITATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, irritation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordIRRITATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is IRRITATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, irritation is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordIRRITATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.
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