Meaning & Definition of word "Exasperation"
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Exasperation
/ɪɡˌzæspəˈreɪʃən/
noun:
- 1. a feeling of intense irritation or annoyance.
- Example: She expressed her exasperation with the constant delays in the project.
- 2. a state of being exasperated.
- Example: His exasperation grew as he repeatedly tried to fix the stubborn printer.
- 3. the act of exasperating or the state of being exasperated.
- Example: The exasperation in her voice indicated how tired she was of his excuses.
Etymology
From Latin 'exasperatio' meaning 'irritation, provocation,' derived from 'exasperare' which means 'to roughen' or 'to irritate.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
beyond exasperation:
to a point where one can no longer tolerate a situation.
exasperate someone:
to irritate or annoy someone to a high degree.
in a fit of exasperation:
during an intense period of annoyance or frustration.
Related Words
exasperate:
to irritate intensely.
vex:
to annoy or worry someone.
aggravate:
to make a problem or injury worse.
irritate:
to cause annoyance or discomfort.
infuriate:
to make (someone) extremely angry.
Slang Meanings of exasperation
Meaning: fed up
Example Sentence: I'm so fed up with all the delays.
Meaning: at my wit's end
Example Sentence: I'm at my wit's end with this job.