irritating

verb adjective

Stress: first syllable

Syllables: ir-ri-tat-ing (4)
English Definition

Causing annoyance, impatience, or mild anger

Example Sentence

The constant buzzing of mosquitoes is very irritating.

US IPA /ˈɪrɪteɪtɪŋ/
UK IPA /ˈɪrɪteɪtɪŋ/

Synonyms

annoying bothersome vexing galling

Antonyms

pleasing soothing delightful