annoyance

noun

an·​noy·​ance ə-ˈnȯi-ən(t)s How to pronounce annoyance (audio)
1
: the act of annoying someone or of being annoyed
2
: the state or feeling of being annoyed : vexation
She couldn't hide her annoyance.
3
: a source of vexation or irritation : nuisance
The delay was a minor annoyance.

Examples of annoyance in a Sentence

She expressed annoyance at the slow service. they have an unlisted number in the hopes that it will reduce the constant annoyance by telemarketers
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The annoyance is really the side effect or collateral damage to a presumably reasonable activity. Caleb Harris, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024 The week’s biggest stories (Christina House / Los Angeles Times) A look at Kamala Harris’ roots in California Living on the same block as Harris is a delight and an annoyance, her Brentwood neighbors say. Hunter Clauss, Los Angeles Times, 19 Oct. 2024 This could be someone that rightfully deserves your annoyance, but voicing it right this minute is unlikely to work in your favor. Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 18 Oct. 2024 Certain annoyances that seemed manageable a couple months ago could very well be snowballing now. Steph Koyfman, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for annoyance 

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of annoyance was in the 15th century

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“Annoyance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/annoyance. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

annoyance

noun
an·​noy·​ance ə-ˈnȯi-ən(t)s How to pronounce annoyance (audio)
1
a
: the act of annoying
b
: the feeling of being annoyed
2
: a source of annoyance : nuisance

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