Meaning & Definition of word "Exasperated"

Exasperated

/ɪɡˈzæspəreɪtɪd/

adjective:

  • 1. intensely irritated or frustrated
    • Example: She was exasperated by the constant interruptions during her presentation.
  • 2. having lost patience due to repeated annoyance or frustration
    • Example: After trying to fix the computer for hours, he felt completely exasperated.
  • 3. demonstrating extreme annoyance or irritation
    • Example: The teacher's exasperated sigh made it clear that she was fed up with the students' excuses.

Etymology

From the Latin 'exasperare', meaning 'to make rough or harsh'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

at one's wits' end:

In a state of extreme frustration or confusion.

fed up:

Annoyed or upset at a situation that has continued for too long.

Related Words

exasperate:

To irritate intensely.

exasperation:

The state of being exasperated.

Slang Meanings of exasperated

Meaning: pissed off

Example Sentence: I was so pissed off when my plans got canceled.

Meaning: ticked off

Example Sentence: She was really ticked off at her friend's behavior.