verb
- to make someone annoyed or angry
- to make a part of the body sore, red, or painful
Usage: medical
Examples
- His constant complaining began to irritate everyone in the office.
- The loud music from next door irritated the neighbors.
- Don’t let small problems irritate you so much.
- The soap irritated her sensitive skin.
- Pollen can irritate your eyes and nose during allergy season.
- The rough fabric irritated the baby’s delicate skin.
- Her habit of interrupting people really irritates me.