Annoyingly: meaning, definitions and examples
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annoyingly
[ əˈnɔɪɪŋli ]
in a frustrating or irritating manner
In a way that causes irritation or annoyance. It is used to describe actions or behaviors that are bothersome or vexatious.
Synonyms
bothersomely, irritatingly, vexatiously.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
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| annoyingly |
Used when something is causing slight frustration or inconvenience, often in everyday situations.
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| irritatingly |
Used when something is causing noticeable and persistent annoyance or frustration. May have a stronger negative connotation than 'annoyingly'.
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| bothersomely |
Applied in situations where something is causing persistent, mild irritation. Often used in more formal contexts.
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| vexatiously |
Employed in situations where something is causing complex or prolonged annoyance, often in a way that is intentionally troublesome. This term is more formal and less commonly used in everyday speech.
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Examples of usage
- She spoke so loudly that it was annoyingly difficult to concentrate.
- The alarm clock rang annoyingly early in the morning.
in an exasperating or maddening manner
In a way that causes frustration or anger. It is used to describe actions or behaviors that are aggravating or infuriating.
Synonyms
exasperatingly, infuriatingly, maddeningly.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
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| annoyingly |
This word is suitable for everyday situations when something or someone is mildly irritating but not severely troublesome. It often has a casual tone.
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| exasperatingly |
Use this word when the irritation is more intense and is causing a heightened level of frustration. It fits well in situations that test one's patience.
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| maddeningly |
This word conveys a sense of irritation that is severe enough to almost make someone feel like losing their sanity. It fits well in situations where repeated or prolonged irritation is driving someone crazy.
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| infuriatingly |
This word is appropriate for situations that provoke extreme anger or rage. It has a strong negative connotation and is used for describing actions or events that are deeply aggravating.
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Examples of usage
- He kept asking annoyingly repetitive questions that drove me crazy.
- The computer froze annoyingly just as I was about to save my work.
Translations
Translations of the word "annoyingly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 irritantemente
🇮🇳 चिड़चिड़ाहट से
🇩🇪 ärgerlich
🇮🇩 mengganggu
🇺🇦 дратівливо
🇵🇱 irytująco
🇯🇵 うるさく
🇫🇷 agaçant
🇪🇸 molestamente
🇹🇷 sinir bozucu
🇰🇷 짜증나게
🇸🇦 بإزعاج
🇨🇿 otravně
🇸🇰 otravne
🇨🇳 令人烦恼地
🇸🇮 nadležno
🇮🇸 pirrandi
🇰🇿 жалықтыратындай
🇬🇪 გამაღიზიანებლად
🇦🇿 qıcıqlandırıcı
🇲🇽 molestamente
Etymology
The word 'annoyingly' is derived from the verb 'annoy', which comes from the Old French word 'anoier' meaning 'to molest, harm'. The current adverb form 'annoyingly' first appeared in the English language in the 16th century, evolving from the Middle English 'annoyingli'. Over time, it has retained its meaning of causing irritation or frustration.
See also: annoy, annoyance, annoyed, annoyedly, annoyer, annoying.