Synonyms for
Annoying
Definition
causing irritation or annoyance
Synonyms & similar words
nark
vex
annoyance
bothersome
plaguey
pesky
annoy
nettle
vexing
pestiferous
bother
pestering
rag
irritating
getat
teasing
irritate
gravel
devil
galling
irritation
getto
rile
plaguy
vexation
irritating
bothersome
troubling
vexing
exasperating
provoking
displeasing
aggravating
disturbing
frustrating
maddening
grating
nagging
chafing
irksome
pesky
pestiferous
pestilent
poky
teasing
Synonyms by register
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Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- truly annoying
- very annoying
- annoying habit
- annoying person
- annoying noise
- annoying problem
- annoying behavior
Word family
Usage note
While 'annoying' is a common and versatile adjective, avoid using it in very formal academic writing where more precise terms like 'problematic' or 'disruptive' might be preferred.
Example sentences
- My little brother's constant whining is really annoying.
- The sound of the alarm clock in the morning is so annoying.
- It's really annoying when someone interrupts you while you are speaking.
- The way he chews his food is so annoying to me.
- I find it annoying when people don't say 'please' and 'thank you'.
Quotes
The most annoying things are those which are most true. - Dorothy Dix
It is annoying to be honest to no purpose. - Publilius Syrus
I have a very low tolerance for annoying behavior. - Katharine McPhee