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/ɪrksəˈnɛsəs/ · irks.o.men.ess
noun
  1. The quality or state of being annoying or vexing. The constant noise of the construction site was a source of great irksomeness for the residents.
  2. A feeling of annoyance or irritation caused by something or someone. The irksomeness of being stuck in traffic on a daily commute was taking a toll on her mental health.
Did you know? The word 'irksomeness' is often used in literary and poetic contexts to describe the feeling of being annoyed or irritated by something or someone, and is a key element in the works of authors such as Jane Austen and the Brontë sisters.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 17, 2026