irritability

noun

Meaning

A tendency to become easily annoyed, frustrated, or angry.

Examples

Chronic sleep deprivation is a primary cause of increased irritability in adults.
The patient's sudden irritability was noted by the nursing staff as a potential side effect of the new medication.

Synonyms: crankiness, short-temperedness, testiness, irascibility

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irritability

noun

Pronunciation: ˌɪrɪtəˈbɪlɪti

Definition

A tendency to become easily annoyed, frustrated, or angry.

Examples

Chronic sleep deprivation is a primary cause of increased irritability in adults.
The patient's sudden irritability was noted by the nursing staff as a potential side effect of the new medication.
He tried to mask his irritability during the meeting, but his sharp tone gave him away.

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