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annoyed

v.
B1 Intermediate Oxford US //əˈnɔɪd// UK //ɐnˈɔɪd// an·noyed General-service

v. feeling slightly angry or impatient because of something or someone. You feel this when something small is bothering you.

v. experiencing a state of mild irritation or displeasure. Often used to describe a reaction to repetitive or inconvenient stimuli.


SIMPLE

I am annoyed because the train is late again.

CONTEXTUAL

She became increasingly annoyed when her neighbor started playing loud music late at night.

COMPLEX

The manager appeared visibly annoyed by the constant interruptions during the presentation, though he maintained a professional tone throughout the meeting.

Synonyms
Usage

Commonly followed by the prepositions 'with' (for people) or 'at' and 'by' (for situations).

Pitfall

I am very annoying with him.I am very annoyed with him.Learners often confuse the -ed adjective (how you feel) with the -ing adjective (the thing that causes the feeling).

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