irritation
noun
ir·ri·ta·tion
ˌir-ə-ˈtā-shən 
1
2
: a condition of irritability, soreness, roughness, or inflammation of a bodily part
Examples of irritation in a Sentence
Dad's general irritation at the incessant complaining coming from the back seat of the car.
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Applying pure essential oils to your skin can cause irritation, so always dilute them before using.
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Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 14 Apr. 2025
The key is striking a balance between gentle yet clarifying formulas that thoroughly rid the skin of its impurities without stripping and causing further irritation.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 11 Apr. 2025
Other potential side effects include joint and muscle pain, eye irritation, elevated blood fat levels and in rare cases, liver damage.
—Caroline C. Boyle, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2025
Like silicone zit stickers, scar tape adds a protective barrier to your scars, while keeping them hydrated, and reducing itchiness and irritation, and regulates collagen production.
—India Espy-Jones, Essence, 9 Apr. 2025
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Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 14 Apr. 2025
The key is striking a balance between gentle yet clarifying formulas that thoroughly rid the skin of its impurities without stripping and causing further irritation.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 11 Apr. 2025
Other potential side effects include joint and muscle pain, eye irritation, elevated blood fat levels and in rare cases, liver damage.
—Caroline C. Boyle, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2025
Like silicone zit stickers, scar tape adds a protective barrier to your scars, while keeping them hydrated, and reducing itchiness and irritation, and regulates collagen production.
—India Espy-Jones, Essence, 9 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for irritation
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“Irritation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/irritation. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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irritation
noun
ir·ri·ta·tion
ˌir-ə-ˈtā-shən
1
: the act of irritating : the state of being irritated
2
Medical Definition
irritation
noun
ir·ri·ta·tion
ˌir-ə-ˈtā-shən
1
2
: a condition of irritability, soreness, roughness, or inflammation of a bodily part
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