Irritation ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Irritation ( noun )

1. The state of being annoyed or angered; bad temper.
2. A feeling of annoyance, dissatisfaction, or resentment caused by a slight or minor problem.
3. Inflammation or soreness of a part of the body, especially as a result of injury or infection.

Origin:

Late middle english: from latin irritatio(n-), from the verb irritare (see irritate).

Examples:

1. His constant complaints were causing irritation among his coworkers.
2. The irritation in her throat was caused by the cold.
3. The irritation in his eyes was caused by the smoke.
4. The customer's demands were causing irritation to the staff.
5. The noise outside was causing irritation to the students in the classroom.

(As a verb)

Irritation ( verb )

1. The state of being annoyed or angered; bad temper.
2. A feeling of annoyance, dissatisfaction, or resentment caused by a slight or minor problem.
3. Inflammation or soreness of a part of the body, especially as a result of injury or infection.

Origin:

Late middle english: from latin irritatio(n-), from the verb irritare (see irritate).

Examples:

1. His constant complaints were causing irritation among his coworkers.
2. The irritation in her throat was caused by the cold.
3. The irritation in his eyes was caused by the smoke.
4. The customer's demands were causing irritation to the staff.
5. The noise outside was causing irritation to the students in the classroom.