B2nounemotionshealth
US/ˌɪr.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən/
UK/ˌɪr.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən/
a feeling of being annoyed, or a sore, red condition of the skin or eyes
In context
He could not hide his irritation when the meeting started late again.
The new soap caused a skin irritation on her hands.
Dust in the air can cause eye irritation for some people.
Words that go with irritation
noun + noun
- skin irritationThe cream may cause skin irritation.
- eye irritationSmoke can cause eye irritation.
verb + noun
- cause irritationStrong perfume can cause irritation in the throat.
noun + preposition
- a sign of irritationHer sigh was a clear sign of irritation.
- with irritationHe looked at his phone with irritation.
adjective + noun
- growing irritationThere was growing irritation among the passengers.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The noise made me feel irritation.Correct: The noise made me feel irritated.