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irritation
noun(ir-ri-ta-tion)unfriendly behavior that causes anger or resentment
Synonyms: aggravation, provocation,
irritation
noun(ir-ri-ta-tion)an uncomfortable feeling of mental painfulness or distress
Synonyms: discomfort, soreness,
irritation
noun(ir-ri-ta-tion)the neural or electrical arousal of an organ or muscle or gland
Synonyms: excitation, innervation,
irritation
noun(ir-ri-ta-tion)the psychological state of being irritated or annoyed
irritation
noun(ir-ri-ta-tion)the act of troubling or annoying someone
irritation
noun(ir-ri-ta-tion)(pathology) abnormal sensitivity to stimulation
Examples:
Any food produced irritation of the stomach.