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Definition of irritation

irritation

/ˌɪr.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən/
ir · ri · ta · tion
Adverb:irritatingly
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Plural:irritations
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Adjective:irritating
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irritation Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The state of feeling annoyed, impatient, or slightly angry.

Example

"She could barely conceal her irritation when the meeting started twenty minutes late."

2

A thing or situation that continually causes annoyance or impatience.

Example

"The constant hum of the faulty air conditioner became a major irritation in the office."

3

A painful, sore, or inflamed condition of a part of the body, such as the skin, eyes, or digestive tract, often caused by an allergic reaction or friction.

Example

"Washing with mild, fragrance-free soap can help prevent skin irritation."

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• Rhymes for irritation

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the early 17th century from Latin irritatio, a noun of action from irritare ('to excite, provoke, or exasperate'), likely derived from the ancient custom of snarling dogs.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Irritation. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/irritation
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