irritated
9 synonyms and 1 antonym for irritated, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Feeling annoyed or impatient.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use irritated
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
irritated skin
sound irritated
irritated eyes
Frequently asked questions
What does “irritated” mean?
The word “irritated” means feeling annoyed or impatient. In plain terms, feeling annoyed, or (of skin, eyes, etc.) sore and inflamed.
How do you pronounce “irritated”?
“Irritated” is pronounced IH-rih-tay-tihd (/ˈɪɹɪteɪtɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “irritated” in a sentence?
Here is “irritated” used in a sentence: “She sounded irritated when the call dropped for the third time.”
What part of speech is “irritated”?
“Irritated” is an adjective.
Is “irritated” a common word?
“Irritated” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “irritated” have?
“Irritated” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: feeling annoyed or impatient.
