annoyance

noun

an·​noy·​ance ə-ˈnȯi-ən(t)s 

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.

Synonyms

• aggravation
• bedevilment
• botheration
• bothering
• bugging
• disturbance
• harassment
• harrying
• importunity
• pestering
• teasing
• vexation

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

Recent Examples on the Web

However, archeologists have found that ancient people had their own ways of coping with bugs, rodents, and other annoyances. —Emilie Le Beau Lucchesi, Discover Magazine, 14 Feb. 2025

Woman’s Observation About Everyday Frustration Goes Viral By Rachael O'Connor Life and Trends Reporter 1 A woman has gone viral for showcasing an everyday dressing annoyance that has resonated with millions. —Michael Gfoeller and David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 16 Jan. 2025

Camille, Lisa and Irene all fawn over the chair while the saleswoman Sarah (Madison McKinley) looks on with annoyance. —Jourdain Searles, The Hollywood Reporter, 31 Jan. 2025

Little annoyances and setbacks are practically an everyday fact of life. —Erica Sloan, SELF, 31 Jan. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing annoyance

• in annoyance
• to one's annoyance

Rhymes for annoyance

• clairvoyance

Kids Definition

annoyance

noun

an·​noy·​ance ə-ˈnȯi-ən(t)s 

1

a

: the act of annoying

b

: the feeling of being annoyed

2

: a source of annoyance : nuisance