annoyed
Annoyed (adj) means feeling mild irritation or displeasure about something. Example: “She was annoyed that he showed up an hour late.”
How to use annoyed
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMildly angry or bothered by something.
Annoyed is usually milder than angry — reserve "angry" for stronger reactions.
Word forms
more annoyed comparative, most annoyed superlative
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She was _____ that he showed up an hour late.
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What does “annoyed” mean?
The word “annoyed” means feeling mild irritation or displeasure about something. In plain terms, mildly angry or bothered by something.
How do you pronounce “annoyed”?
“Annoyed” is pronounced uh-NOYD (/əˈnɔɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “annoyed” in a sentence?
Here is “annoyed” used in a sentence: “She was annoyed that he showed up an hour late.”
What is the opposite of “annoyed”?
The opposite of “annoyed” — its antonyms — are pleased and sedate.
What part of speech is “annoyed”?
“Annoyed” is an adjective.
Is “annoyed” a common word?
“Annoyed” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
What is the difference between annoyed and angry?
"Annoyed" describes mild irritation or displeasure, while "angry" describes a much stronger, more intense feeling. Being annoyed is a low-level reaction to something bothersome, whereas anger is a powerful emotional response.
What is the difference between annoyed and irritated?
The two are very close, both meaning mildly bothered or displeased, and are often interchangeable. "Irritated" can suggest a slightly rawer or more persistent nagging feeling, while "annoyed" is the more general everyday term.
Do you say annoyed with, annoyed at, or annoyed by?
All three are correct with different patterns: you are usually "annoyed with" a person, and "annoyed at" or "annoyed by" a thing or situation. For example, "annoyed with her," "annoyed at the noise," or "annoyed by the delay."
What is the difference between annoyed and frustrated?
"Annoyed" is mild irritation caused by something bothersome, while "frustrated" is the feeling of being blocked or unable to achieve something. You might feel annoyed by a buzzing fly but frustrated by a problem you cannot solve.