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annoyance

noun an·noy·ance \ə-ˈnȯi-ən(t)s\

: slight anger : the feeling of being annoyed

: something that causes feelings of slight anger or irritation : a source of annoyance

Full Definition of ANNOYANCE

: the act of annoying or of being annoyed

: the state or feeling of being annoyed : vexation

: a source of vexation or irritation : nuisance <the delay was a minor annoyance>

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14th century

Synonyms: aggravation, bedevilment, botheration, bothering, bugging, disturbance, harassment, harrying, importunity, pestering, teasing, vexation

ANNOYANCE Defined for Kids

noun an·noy·ance \ə-ˈnȯi-əns\

: slight anger <I sense your annoyance with me.>

: a source or cause of slight anger <This itch is an annoyance.>

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