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Irksomely: meaning, definitions and examples

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irksomely

 

[ ˈərk-sə-mē ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

annoying manner

Irksomely is used to describe an action or situation that causes annoyance or irritation. This word conveys a sense of discomfort and displeasure associated with someone's behavior or a particular circumstance. It can refer to anything from a tedious task to a person’s irritating habits. In conversations, it often conveys a level of frustration or displeasure.

Synonyms

annoyingly, exasperatingly, irritatingly, vexatiously

Examples of usage

  • He irksomely repeated the instructions for the third time.
  • The irksomely loud music made it hard to concentrate.
  • She irksomely tapped her foot while waiting for the train.
  • It was irksomely hot in the room during the summer.
  • His comments were irksomely unhelpful during the meeting.

Translations

Translations of the word "irksomely" in other languages:

🇵🇹 irritantemente

🇮🇳 कष्टप्रद तरीके से

🇩🇪 ärgerlicherweise

🇮🇩 mengganggu

🇺🇦 нудно

🇵🇱 irytująco

🇯🇵 うんざりするほど

🇫🇷 ennuyeusement

🇪🇸 irritantemente

🇹🇷 rahatsız edici bir şekilde

🇰🇷 짜증나게

🇸🇦 بطريقة مزعجة

🇨🇿 otravně

🇸🇰 otravne

🇨🇳 令人烦恼地

🇸🇮 nadležno

🇮🇸 erfitt

🇰🇿 құтылу қиын

🇬🇪 შემაწუხებლად

🇦🇿 narahat edici şəkildə

🇲🇽 irritantemente

Word origin

The word 'irksomely' is derived from the adjective 'irksome', which originates from the Old English word 'earcian', meaning to grieve or to trouble, blended with the suffix '-some', indicating causing or characterized by. The transition from Old English to modern usage has seen 'irksome' evolve in its connotation to more closely relate to annoyance rather than mere sadness. The use of 'irksomely' emerged as an adverb form, emphasizing the manner in which actions cause irritation. It captures the essence of discomfort that transcends mere annoyance, often used in literary and conversational contexts to articulate a refined sense of displeasure. This term has been a part of the English language for several centuries, reflecting the enduring human experience of irritation and exasperation in daily interactions.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #42,782, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.