annoyance
Translation
annoyance, irritation, nuisance
Examples
She expressed her annoyance at the delay.
She expressed her annoyance at the delay.
The barking dog is a real annoyance.
The barking dog is a real annoyance.
Grammar Patterns
annoyance ((at/with sth.)) the feeling of being annoyed He couldn't hide his annoyance at the mistake.
((an)) annoyance a person or thing that annoys sb. That buzzing sound is a constant annoyance.
Similar Words
Synonyms: irritation, bother, nuisance, vexation; Antonyms: pleasure, delight, joy
Etymology
From the verb 'annoy' plus the noun-forming suffix '-ance', which indicates a state or quality.
Memory Tips
This is the feeling you have when something *annoys* you. The '-ance' suffix often denotes a state or condition.