English · Emotions & Feelings
annoyed
/əˈnɔɪd/
[/əˈnɔɪd/]
slightly angry
Intermediateadjective
Definition
Feeling slightly angry or impatient about something.
Example
I was annoyed that the bus was late.
I was annoyed that the bus was late.
Etymology
From Old French 'anoier' (to weary, vex), from Latin 'in odio'.
How & Where It’s Used
Milder than angry; very common in everyday speech.