Meaning of Annoying
making somebody feel slightly angry
In simple words: Causing someone to feel bothered or irritated.
Annoying in a sentence
- This interruption is very annoying.
- Her most annoying habit was eating with her mouth open.
- It's incredibly annoying, but that's life.
- I find her very annoying.
- I found it really annoying not to be able to communicate.
- Please stop making that noise—it's getting annoying.
- The background hum of the fan may be annoying to some users.
- The proposal will probably prove annoying to opposition MPs.
- The annoying thing was that I only had myself to blame.
How to use Annoying
Used to describe something that is bothersome. It is appropriate in most contexts but may be considered informal when discussing serious topics.
Grammar pattern
annoying + object
Memory hint
Think of a mosquito buzzing around your ear – it’s very annoying!
Related words
Annoying appears in
Annoying in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
مزعج
يسبب الإزعاج أو الانزعاج لشخص ما.
- Bengaliবাংলা
বিরক্তিকর
কাউকে বিরক্ত বা অস্বস্তিকর বোধ করায়।
- GermanDeutsch
Nervig
Verursacht bei jemandem ein Gefühl der Verärgerung oder Irritation.
- SpanishEspañol
Molesto
Causar que alguien se sienta molesto o irritado.
- Persianفارسی
آزاردهنده
باعث ناراحتی یا آزار کسی شدن.
- FrenchFrançais
Ennuyeux, Agaçant
Qui dérange ou irrite quelqu'un.
- Hindiहिन्दी
परेशान करने वाला
किसी को परेशान या चिड़चिड़ा महसूस कराने वाला।
- ItalianItaliano
Fastidioso
Che fa sentire qualcuno infastidito o irritato.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Chateante, Irritante
Que causa aborrecimento ou irritação em alguém.
- RussianРусский
Раздражающий
Вызывает у кого-то чувство беспокойства или раздражения.
- Urduاردو
تنگ کرنے والا، پریشان کن
کسی کو پریشان یا چڑچڑا محسوس کروانے والا۔
- Chinese中文
烦人
让人感到困扰或恼火。
More words like Annoying
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- AbilityA2
the fact that somebody/something is able to do something
- AbleA2
having the skill, intelligence, opportunity, etc. needed to do something
- AbroadA2
In or to a country that is not one's own.
- AbsoluteB2
total and complete
- AbsolutelyB1
used to emphasize that something is completely true
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Frequently asked questions about Annoying
What does Annoying mean?
Causing someone to feel bothered or irritated.
What is the definition of Annoying?
making somebody feel slightly angry
How do you use Annoying in a sentence?
This interruption is very annoying.
Can you give another example of Annoying?
Her most annoying habit was eating with her mouth open.
What are synonyms for Annoying?
Common alternatives include irritating.
What is the opposite of Annoying?
Opposite meanings include pleasant, enjoyable, agreeable.
What words go with Annoying?
It commonly pairs with be, prove, become, extremely, fairly, very, to.
What are common mistakes when using Annoying?
Confused with 'annoy' as a noun and verb. Using 'annoying' with abstract concepts incorrectly. Overusing 'annoying' in formal writing.
How do you pronounce Annoying?
US: /["/əˈnɔɪɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/əˈnɔɪɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Annoying?
Used to describe something that is bothersome. It is appropriate in most contexts but may be considered informal when discussing serious topics.
What CEFR level is Annoying?
"Annoying" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.




