irritate
0 antonyms and opposites of irritate, grouped by meaning.
Verb — To annoy or make someone impatient or angry.
How to use irritate
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin irritatus, past participle of irritare, "to excite or provoke."
Full origin of irritate →Frequently asked questions
What does “irritate” mean?
The word “irritate” means to annoy or make someone impatient or angry. In plain terms, to annoy someone, or to cause physical soreness or discomfort.
How do you pronounce “irritate”?
“Irritate” is pronounced IHR-ih-tayt (/ˈɪɹ.ɪˌteɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “irritate” in a sentence?
Here is “irritate” used in a sentence: “His constant tapping on the desk irritates me.”
What part of speech is “irritate”?
“Irritate” is a verb.
Where does the word “irritate” come from?
The word “irritate” comes from Latin. From Latin irritatus, past participle of irritare, "to excite or provoke.".
How many meanings does “irritate” have?
“Irritate” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to annoy or make someone impatient or angry.