Meaning of 'irritation'

noun

the act of troubling or annoying someone

Synonyms: annoyance

noun

unfriendly behavior that causes anger or resentment

Synonyms: aggravation

noun

an uncomfortable feeling of mental painfulness or distress

Synonyms: discomfort soreness

noun

a sudden outburst of anger

Example: "I sometimes let my irritation be known by yelling at people."

Synonyms: pique temper

noun

the neural or electrical arousal of an organ or muscle or gland

Synonyms: excitation innervation

noun

the psychological state of being irritated or annoyed

Synonyms: annoyance

noun

an abnormal sensitivity to stimulation

Example: "Any food I eat causes an irritation in my stomach."