irritation
gb/ˌɪɹɪtˈeɪʃən/ us/ˌɪɹɪtˈeɪʃən/
B1
Англійська
~ 7000
Значення
0 значень
Іменник
B1
state
1
feeling of annoyance or anger
A feeling of being annoyed or a little angry, usually because something keeps bothering you.
Модель уживання:
[someone]'s irritation at/with [something or someone]
Поширена помилка:
Learners sometimes confuse "irritation" (the feeling) with "irritant" (something that causes irritation) or "irritability" (a general tendency to become irritated easily). Another common mistake is using the wrong preposition; it is usually "irritation at" or "irritation with" someone or something, not *"irritation on" or *"irritation about" in this emotional sense.
Синоніми
annoyance (The most direct and common synonym; very close in strength and usage.)
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frustration (Suggests irritation mixed with disappointment because something is difficult or not working.)
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exasperation (Stronger than irritation; suggests a high level of anger after repeated problems.)
Антоніми
calm (Describes a peaceful emotional state without irritation.)
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satisfaction (A positive feeling when things are going well, the opposite of feeling irritated by them.)
Словосполучення
show irritation
|hide one's irritation
|to my irritation
|cause irritation
|feel irritation
|express irritation
Теми
emotions
|daily life
|daily_life
|core_vocabulary
Приклади
- She tried to hide her irritation, but her voice sounded sharp.
- To my irritation, the meeting started twenty minutes late.
- His constant tapping on the table was a source of growing irritation to everyone in the room.
- You could hear the irritation in his reply when they asked the same question again.
- There was a note of irritation in her email after the deadline was missed for the third time.
Навчальні приклади
- He felt irritation when his brother took his phone again.
- I could hear the irritation in her voice.
- To my irritation, the bus did not come on time.
- Her irritation grew as the children kept shouting.
- My father showed his irritation when I came home late.
Іменник
B2
entity
2
thing that annoys someone
A person, thing, or situation that makes you feel annoyed, especially again and again.
Модель уживання:
[something] is an irritation to/for [someone]
Поширена помилка:
Learners sometimes use "irritation" only for the feeling and forget that it can also name the thing that causes the feeling. In this sense, it is usually countable ("an irritation", "many irritations"), unlike the emotional sense, which is often uncountable ("a lot of irritation").
Синоніми
nuisance (Very close in meaning, but can sound slightly stronger or more informal in some contexts.)
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bother (More informal and a bit softer; often used for small everyday irritations.)
Антоніми
pleasure (Something that gives enjoyment, the opposite of something that causes irritation.)
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relief (A welcome removal of something annoying, often felt when an irritation ends.)
Словосполучення
a minor irritation
|a constant irritation
|a daily irritation
|an irritation for commuters
|small irritations
|source of irritation
Теми
daily life
|emotions
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
Приклади
- One of the small irritations of city life is the constant noise.
- The pop-up ads are a real irritation for users of the website.
- His habit of interrupting people is a constant irritation to his colleagues.
- Traffic jams are a daily irritation for commuters in this area.
- The loose button on my coat has become a tiny but persistent irritation.
Навчальні приклади
- These emails are a big irritation for me.
- The noise outside is an irritation to the students.
- For many drivers, parking is a daily irritation.
- Her slow typing is a small irritation in the office.
- The broken door is an irritation for everyone in the house.
unknown
B2
state
3
itchy or sore physical feeling
A feeling that part of your body is sore, itchy, or a little painful, often because something has touched or hurt the skin or eyes.
Модель уживання:
irritation of [a body part]
Поширена помилка:
Learners sometimes confuse "irritation" with "irritant" in medical or cosmetic texts. "Irritation" is the feeling or condition (for example, redness, itching), while an "irritant" is the thing that causes that reaction (for example, a chemical or fabric).
Синоніми
inflammation (More medical and often suggests redness and swelling, not just discomfort.)
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soreness (Focuses on pain or tenderness rather than itching or general discomfort.)
Антоніми
comfort (Describes a state without pain or itching, the opposite of physical irritation.)
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relief (The end or easing of irritation or pain.)
Словосполучення
skin irritation
|eye irritation
|throat irritation
|cause irritation
|reduce irritation
|signs of irritation
Теми
health
|body
|daily life
|daily_life
Приклади
- The new detergent caused skin irritation on his hands.
- Wearing contact lenses for too long can lead to eye irritation.
- If you notice any redness or irritation of the skin, stop using the cream.
- Dry air in the office was causing irritation in her throat.
- This lotion is designed to calm irritation after shaving.
Навчальні приклади
- The soap gave me skin irritation.
- My eyes have irritation after I swim in the pool.
- He stopped using the cream because it caused irritation on his arm.
- Drink water if you feel irritation in your throat.
- This gel helps reduce irritation after shaving.
Іменник
technical
C1
event
4
stimulation of tissue causing reaction
In medical or science language, the way something like heat, a chemical, or pressure makes part of the body react.
Модель уживання:
irritation of [an organ or tissue] by [a factor]
Поширена помилка:
Learners may not realize this is a more technical, scientific use and try to translate it directly as everyday "annoyance." In medical contexts, it usually refers to a physical or biological process, not an emotion.
Синоніми
stimulation (More general scientific term; does not always imply harm or discomfort, while irritation often does.)
Антоніми
soothing (Refers to actions or conditions that calm tissue and reduce or prevent irritation.)
Словосполучення
mechanical irritation
|chemical irritation
|gastric irritation
|nerve irritation
|chronic irritation
Теми
science
|medicine
|health
Приклади
- Chronic irritation of the stomach lining can increase the risk of ulcers.
- The study examined nerve irritation caused by repetitive wrist movements.
- Chemical irritation of the lungs was observed after exposure to the gas.
Навчальні приклади
- Long-term irritation of the skin can lead to problems.
- The doctor said there was irritation of the nerve in his back.
- Chemical irritation of the eyes can happen in some factories.
Граматика
Словникова форма
irritation
IPA
GB/ˌɪɹɪtˈeɪʃən/
US/ˌɪɹɪtˈeɪʃən/
Склади й наголос
ir - rit - a - tion (4 склади)
Stress on 3rd syllable (a)
Форми слова
Noun
- Base: irritation
- Plural: irritation, irritations
Споріднені слова
Вирази
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