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pesky Synonyms

Another word for pesky

Choosing another word for pesky that fits your sentence is easier when synonyms and similar words are paired with an exact adjective definition and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Causing trouble or persistent irritation; annoying or bothersome.

Usage Example

"We lit citronella candles on the porch to keep the annoying mosquitoes away."

Strongest
annoying
bothersome
irritating
troublesome
Strong
vexing
irkesome
nettlesome
tiresome
aggravating

Opposites of pesky

The opposite of pesky shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

pleasant
delightful
agreeable
welcome
helpful
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• Nearby Words

pescatarian
peskily
peskiness
pesky
peso
pessimism
pessimist

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Pesky. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/pesky
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