Annoyance

usgb/əˈnɔɪəns/
noun

The feeling of being irritated or annoyed.

The constant noise was a source of great annoyance to her.
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Often appears as...

  • express annoyance
  • cause annoyance
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Emotional Intensity

Annoyance usually indicates mild irritation, not extreme anger.

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His constant humming is an annoyance, but it's not making me furious.
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Subjectivity

What causes annoyance can vary greatly between people.

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Chewing sounds cause me annoyance, though others might not mind.
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Temporary Feeling

Annoyance is often a short-term feeling that is resolved quickly.

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The annoyance I felt at the loud music subsided when it stopped.
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