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annoying

adjective noun

causing irritation or annoyance

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Word Facts

Word length
8
Starts with
A
Ends with
G
Contains
NN
Scrabble score
12
CEFR level
A2

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Pronunciation

əˈnɔɪ.ɪŋ

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Meaning

Definitions

adjective

  1. causing irritation or annoyance

    “tapping an annoying rhythm on his glass with his fork”

noun

  1. the act of troubling or annoying someone

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Example Sentences

tapping an annoying rhythm on his glass with his fork
aircraft noise is particularly bothersome near the airport
found it galling to have to ask permission
an irritating delay
nettlesome paperwork

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