Dictionary Check: irritation

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"irritation" is a valid word!

Scrabble 10 points
Words with Friends 11 points

Definition

noun

the psychological state of being irritated or annoyed

Synonyms:
annoyance vexation botheration
noun

a sudden outburst of anger

Example: "his temper sparked like damp firewood"
Synonyms:
pique temper
noun

(pathology) abnormal sensitivity to stimulation

Example: "any food produced irritation of the stomach"
noun

the neural or electrical arousal of an organ or muscle or gland

Synonyms:
excitation innervation
noun

an uncomfortable feeling of mental painfulness or distress

Synonyms:
discomfort soreness
noun

unfriendly behavior that causes anger or resentment

Synonyms:
aggravation provocation

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