1
as in headache
something that is a source of irritation
add people who use cell phones inconsiderately to the list of daily exasperations
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in frustration
the feeling of impatience or anger caused by another's repeated disagreeable acts
my rising exasperation with these constant interruptions
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of exasperation
Time and again, parents and victims expressed exasperation to The Times that so many of these men kept operating.
—
Jennifer Valentino-Devries, New York Times, 30 Dec. 2024
Anthony Edwards approached Gobert, the center responded and exasperation overcame Edwards.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 28 Nov. 2024
As for Rezvan and Sana, their wary glances signal their growing exasperation with their parents’ rules, which are only about to intensify.
—Justin Chang, The New Yorker, 26 Nov. 2024
Fans took to social media to express their exasperation, especially with Hill.
—Shamira Ibrahim, Vulture, 1 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for exasperation 
Jennifer Valentino-Devries, New York Times, 30 Dec. 2024
Anthony Edwards approached Gobert, the center responded and exasperation overcame Edwards.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 28 Nov. 2024
As for Rezvan and Sana, their wary glances signal their growing exasperation with their parents’ rules, which are only about to intensify.
—Justin Chang, The New Yorker, 26 Nov. 2024
Fans took to social media to express their exasperation, especially with Hill.
—Shamira Ibrahim, Vulture, 1 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for exasperation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exasperation
Noun
-
Other research has found that living near a factory farm is positively associated with risk of non-Hodgkin lymphoma and leukemia, and people who live near them report higher rates of headaches, depression, anger, and respiratory symptoms, such as asthma.—
Kenny Torrella,
Vox,
23 Jan. 2025
-
Stone developed a powder from this bark which, while extremely bitter, proved an effective treatment for headaches.—
Bill Frist,
Forbes,
20 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
Fun small bedroom ideas feel hard to come by, and frustration sets in before anything actually improves in your space.—
Rachel Davies,
Architectural Digest,
23 Jan. 2025
-
As frustration mounts, a once-fringe idea regains traction: secession.—
Dr. Alex Gold,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
Catastrophic events like the fires in Los Angeles have a way of turning these annoyances into disillusionment.—
Jay Caspian Kang,
The New Yorker,
16 Jan. 2025
-
Vent to a friend or family member to release annoyances brewing within instead of bringing tense moments to the office.—
Lisa Stardust,
People.com,
3 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
Rosewater offers anti-inflammatory benefits, reducing redness and calming irritation, while hyaluronic acid delivers lightweight hydration, ensuring the skin stays moisturized without clogging pores.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
19 Jan. 2025
-
In one scene, as the infection spreads to Blake's mind, warping his face, Abbott must bite into the prosthetics on his arm to show Blake reacting to the irritation from his wound.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
16 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
That matters because battery life has been a thorn in the Pixel Watch’s side.—
Sheena Vasani,
The Verge,
18 Jan. 2025
-
Licensing delays at the Federal Aviation Administration have been a thorn in SpaceX's side for the last couple of years.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
16 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
Members of the public brought placards in support of city staff, and some showed their displeasure against council members such as Donald P. Freitas.—
Hema Sivanandam,
The Mercury News,
21 Jan. 2025
-
And some fans who tuned in Saturday expressed their displeasure, taking issue with Swift's past endorsement of Kamala Harris and other Democrats.—
Jackson Thompson,
Fox News,
19 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
With no power to fend off poultry farms, neighbors live with stench and nuisances North Carolina keeps poultry farm locations secret.—
Gavin Off,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Jan. 2025
-
Like with skateboarding, Kemp says, many leaders saw stickball as a nuisance that disrupted commerce.—
Greg Rosalsky,
NPR,
14 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
Washington does not share this worry, Zelenskyy claimed.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
21 Jan. 2025
-
While markets often climb a wall of worry, this wall looks more like a cliff.—
Bob Haber,
Forbes,
20 Jan. 2025
Thesaurus Entries Near exasperation
Cite this Entry
“Exasperation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exasperation. Accessed 31 Jan. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share