Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
irksome
Adjective
/ˈɪrk.səm/
Definition
Causing annoyance or irritation.
Examples
- The constant noise from the construction site was quite irksome.
- He found the lengthy meetings to be irksome and unproductive.
- Her irksome comments during the movie distracted everyone in the theater.
Meaning
Something that is irksome is bothersome or tedious and can lead to feelings of frustration.
Synonyms
- Annoying
- Vexatious
- Tedious
- Exasperating
- Bothersome
