annoying

an-noy-ing · adjective

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Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Causing irritation or slight anger.

  2. 2.

    (present participle) In the act of causing irritation.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    annoying habit — A persistent behavior that irritates others.
  • •
    how annoying — An expression of frustration.

Related words

Antonyms: agreeable, pleasant, pleasing
See also: annoy, annoyed, bothersome, irritating
Synonyms: aggravating, bothersome, irritating, vexing

Etymology

Present participle of annoy, from Middle English anoien, from Old French anoier ("to weary, vex"), from Late Latin inodiare ("to make hateful").