Definition of the word annoyance

Pronunciation of vocabulary annoyance

annoyancenoun

khó chịu

/əˈnɔɪəns//əˈnɔɪəns/

Origin of the word annoyance

The word "annoyance" has its roots in Old French, where it was spelled "annuier" or "enenuier." In the 13th century, it referred to a feeling of pain or discomfort, but specifically one that was caused by a prolonged or repeated action. The word evolved from the French "ennuer," which meant "to feel tired of" or "to be sick of." Over time, the meaning of "annoyance" shifted to encompass a broader range of minor yet infuriating or troublesome experiences, such as a prolonged wait in line or a mischievous friend's constant teasing. Today, the word is commonly used to describe a mild but persistent irritation, often accompanied by a sense of frustration or displeasure.

Vocabulary summary annoyance

typenoun

meaningpestering, pestering, bothering

exampleto give (cause) annoyance to somebody

meaningannoyance; annoyance; displeasure; vexation

Example of vocabulary annoyancenamespace

meaning

the feeling of being slightly angry

cảm giác hơi tức giận

  • He could not conceal his annoyance at being interrupted.

    Anh không giấu nổi sự khó chịu khi bị ngắt lời.

  • Much to our annoyance, they decided not to come after all.

    Chúng tôi rất khó chịu khi cuối cùng họ quyết định không đến.

  • She stamped her foot in annoyance.

    Cô giậm chân bực bội.

  • His behaviour caused great annoyance to his colleagues.

    Hành vi của anh ta đã gây ra sự khó chịu lớn cho đồng nghiệp của mình.

  • The loud noise coming from my neighbor's apartment is causing me immense annoyance.

    Tiếng ồn lớn phát ra từ căn hộ của hàng xóm khiến tôi vô cùng khó chịu.

Extra examples:
  • A flicker of annoyance crossed his face.

    Một thoáng khó chịu hiện lên trên khuôn mặt anh.

  • She tried not to show her annoyance.

    Cô cố gắng không tỏ ra khó chịu.

  • He had a look of mild annoyance on his face.

    Trên mặt hắn có chút khó chịu.

  • He wore an expression of pure annoyance.

    Anh ta mang một vẻ mặt khó chịu thuần túy.

  • Her cheeks flushed with annoyance.

    Hai má cô ửng hồng vì khó chịu.

meaning

something that makes you slightly angry

điều gì đó khiến bạn hơi tức giận

  • The delay is now shorter but still an annoyance.

    Sự chậm trễ bây giờ ngắn hơn nhưng vẫn còn một chút khó chịu.

  • petty annoyances and irritations

    những phiền toái và khó chịu nhỏ nhặt

Words, synonyms, related vocabulary annoyance

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