Annoying

/əˈnɔɪ.ɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
Causing irritation or discomfort; bothersome.
The constant noise from the construction site is really annoying.
Causing someone to feel anger or displeasure.
He has an annoying habit of interrupting people when they speak.
Tending to disturb or upset.
The late arrival of the train can be quite annoying for commuters.
Characterized by behavior that is bothersome or irritating.
Her annoying laughter made it hard for anyone to concentrate.

Etymology

From the verb annoy, derived from Old French 'enoiier' meaning 'to trouble, to vex'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

annoying habit
A behavior that causes irritation over time.
annoying noise
A sound that causes irritation or discomfort.
annoying delay
A postponement that causes frustration.

Related Words

annoy
To cause someone to feel irritated.
irritate
To cause annoyance or discomfort.
vex
To make someone feel annoyed, frustrated, or worried.

Slang Meanings

Buzzkill
Don't be such a buzzkill, lighten up!
Killjoy
He's such a killjoy, always complaining about the music.