Meaning & Definition of word "Irritable"

Irritable

/ˈɪrɪtəbl/

1. easily annoyed or angered.
- Example: After a long day at work, she became irritable and snapped at her coworkers.
2. characterized by a state of nervous excitement or restlessness.
- Example: The child's irritable behavior was a result of lack of sleep.
3. quick to respond to stimuli; sensitive.
- Example: His irritable skin reacted badly to the harsh soap.

●from Latin 'irritabilis', meaning 'to provoke or excite'

irritable bowel syndrome:

a gastrointestinal disorder causing cramping, abdominal pain, bloating, gas, and diarrhea or constipation

irritable temperament:

a personality trait characterized by frequent annoyance or easily losing one's temper

irritation:

the state of being annoyed or angry

irritant:

a substance that causes annoyance or discomfort

irritability:

the quality of being irritable

Meaning: cranky

● Example Sentence: After a sleepless night, she's feeling pretty cranky.

Meaning: snappy

● Example Sentence: He was snappy with me all day, clearly in an irritable mood.