Meaning & Definition of word "Irksome"
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Irksome
/ˈɜːrk.səm/
adjective:
- 1. Causing annoyance or irritation.
- Example: The constant noise from the construction site was particularly irksome.
- 2. Tedious or tiresome; causing weariness.
- Example: She found the repetitive tasks at work to be irksome.
- 3. A source of annoyance.
- Example: His irksome habit of interrupting others made meetings frustrating.
Etymology
From irk + -some, with irk meaning to annoy or irritate.
Common Phrases and Expressions
irksome habit:
A habit that causes annoyance.
irksome delay:
A delay that is frustrating or bothersome.
Related Words
irk:
To annoy or irritate.
irritate:
To provoke impatience or anger.
Slang Meanings of irksome
Meaning: A pain in the neck
Example Sentence: That long meeting was a real pain in the neck.
Meaning: Buzzkill
Example Sentence: His negative attitude was such a buzzkill during the party.