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ir·ri·ta·tion
 irritation
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- pronunciation:
- I
rih
teI
sh
 n
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Parts
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
the act of irritating, or that which irritates.
His irritation of the cat made it run away.The buzzing of the flies was an irritation. |
| definition 2: |
the condition of being irritated.
She didn't like his jokes, and her irritation showed on her face. |
| definition 3: |
inflammation or soreness of a tissue, or the act of causing this condition.
The cream will take away the irritation of the skin. |
| related words: |
anger, discomfort |
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