Synonyms for

Annoys

Verb / ʌˈnɔɪz / Another word for annoys — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to irritate or bother someone

Synonyms & similar words

rile nark devil getto vex rag getat bother gravel chafe nettle annoy irritate irritate bother disturb aggravate provoke vex trouble hassle irk chafe plague harass pester torment tease gall ruffle nettle frustrate exasperate

Synonyms by register

Formal

irritates vexes exasperates aggravates

Informal

bugs gets on someone's nerves gets under someone's skin grinds someone's gears

Literary

disquiets perturbs harries

Antonyms

pleases delights satisfies appeases charms soothes

Common collocations

  • annoys the heck out of
  • annoys me greatly
  • annoys the hell out of
  • annoys someone immensely
  • annoys the hell
  • annoys the heck

Word family

noun annoyance
verb annoy
adjective annoying

Usage note

The verb 'annoys' describes causing mild irritation or displeasure. It is generally less intense than words like 'infuriates' or 'enrages'.

Example sentences

  1. The barking dog annoys the neighbors.
  2. The scratchy tag on his shirt annoys him all day.
  3. Don't let your little sister annoy you.
  4. The constant beeping noise from the construction site annoys the workers.
  5. The loud music next door annoys me while I'm trying to study.

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