/ɪˈrɪteɪt/ i-RI-tyt

Definitions

1. verb

to make someone or something annoyed or impatient; to provoke or exasperate

“The constant noise from the construction site began to irritate the neighbors.”

2. verb

to cause an inflammation or a skin irritation

“The soap irritated my skin, causing a red rash.”

3. noun

a state of annoyance or irritation

“The traffic jam put everyone in an irritate mood.”