Annoy meaning in English
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Definition
to annoy: to irritate, to bother, to disturb
That noise is really annoying me: I can't concentrate!
(I am) annoyed (with this service): (I am) irritated, frustrated (by this service)
(my brother is) annoying: (my brother) frustrates me, gets on my nerves
annoyingly (clever): so (clever) that is is frustrating, exasperating
Examples
- "If you are mildly annoyed with a Delavigne product, press 1."
- "The world needs to know what's going on in my life: Who I'm dating, what I'm eating, what I'm wearing, which interns are annoying me-"
- "Here's their new, annoyingly catchy hit: Bacon and eggs!"
- "Susie : It's really annoying."
- "That's annoying, the door won't open."
Exercise 1
What does the mayor mean when he says: "He's driving my wife and I up the wall".
What does the mayor mean when he says: "He's driving my wife and I up the wall".
This is the best choice here. "To drive up the wall" is an idiom meaning "to bother" or "to make crazy".
"To drive up the wall" is not synonymous with "insulting" someone.
There is nothing said about "theft" in this passage.
This is incorrect. The phrase used is an idiom, and should not be interpreted literally.
Exercise 2
Which of the following statements best describes Susie's attitude toward Philip in the beginning of the dialogue?
Which of the following statements best describes Susie's attitude toward Philip in the beginning of the dialogue?
Susie does not show any surprise in this dialogue, but mostly irritation. Her early comments don't indicate that she is surprised to see Philip.
This is the best choice here. We can tell by Susie's tone of voice, as well as her comments that Susie is "annoyed" by Philip. Her initial question: "Are you trying to provoke me?" is the best indication of this.
Susie is certainly not "excited" to see Philip. At first, she is irritated by him, but then she seems "genuinely" interested in what he has to say.
Susie does not show any embarrassment in this dialogue. Neither Susie's tone of voice, nor her words indicate that she is feeling any sort of embarrassment.
Exercise 3
Summarize the action in this scene by filling in the blanks with words from the dialogue. Use the definitions to help you.
Susie is typing a (a statement for the media, often for the announcement of a project, 2 words).
Susie is (frustrated or irritated*) because she doesn't have enough (space or place) on her (monitor or display).
*Be careful: this term is slightly different from the term used in the dialogue!
Susie is typing a (a statement for the media, often for the announcement of a project, 2 words).
Susie is (frustrated or irritated*) because she doesn't have enough (space or place) on her (monitor or display).
*Be careful: this term is slightly different from the term used in the dialogue!
Summarize the action in this scene by filling in the blanks with words from the dialogue. Use the definitions to help you.
Susie is typing a press release 1 (a statement for the media, often for the announcement of a project, 2 words).
Susie is [not done] annoyed 2 (frustrated or irritated*) because she doesn't have enough room 3 (space or place) on her [not done] screen 4 (monitor or display).
*Be careful: this term is slightly different from the term used in the dialogue!
Susie is typing a press release 1 (a statement for the media, often for the announcement of a project, 2 words).
Susie is [not done] annoyed 2 (frustrated or irritated*) because she doesn't have enough room 3 (space or place) on her [not done] screen 4 (monitor or display).
*Be careful: this term is slightly different from the term used in the dialogue!
1 press release: A "press release" describes a statement or communication to the media, generally for announcing news of interest (a product launch, a change of management, etc.). Example: We sent out a press release informing the media of our impending bankruptcy. In this dialogue, Susie tells Jean that she is "typing a press release".
2 annoyed: To be "annoyed (with someone or something)" is to be irritated or frustrated by it. Example: I am annoyed by my colleagues' lack of rigor. In this dialogue, Susie describes the situation as "annoying", which implies that she is feeling "annoyed".
3 room: The noun "room" describes the "space" or "place" available for something. Example: There is no room in the apartment for another sofa. In this dialogue, Susie tells Jean that there is no "room" on her screen to have two documents open at the same time. Note that "a room" describes a space in a home or apartment, such as a bedroom or dining room.
4 screen: In a technical context, a "screen" describes a display or monitor, a flat or curved surface where an image is projected. Example: Bruno just bought the sales team new screens for their computers. In this dialogue, Susie complains about the size of her screen to Jean.
Exercise 4
The term "" can replace the word "puzzled" as it is used in the text.
The term "perplexed" can replace the word "puzzled" as it is used in the text.
perplexed: "Perplexed" is synonymous with "puzzled" in this context. Both terms describe Fiona's confusion at Horatio's behavior.
frustrated: "Frustrated" is not synonymous with "puzzled" in this context. A "frustrated" person is disappointed or dissatisfied with one thing or another. Example: I'm frustrated with the problems I'm having trying to connect to the internet.
annoyed: "Annoyed" is not synonymous with "puzzled" in this context or any other. An "annoyed" person is irritated or frustrated at something.
irate: "Irate" is not synonymous with "puzzled" in this context or any other. An "irate" person is angry, even furious.
Exercise 5
Susie tells Bob that when she returns from lunch, Jean "is just staring" at her.
This means that Jean is .
This means that Jean is .
Susie tells Bob that when she returns from lunch, Jean "is just staring" at her.
This means that Jean is looking at Susie.
This means that Jean is looking at Susie.
looking at Susie: "To stare (at someone)" means to look at them in an intense or fixed manner. Someone might "stare at the television" or "stare off into space". Susie is complaining that Jean does this frequently.
scaring Susie: "To stare at someone" is not the same thing as "to scare someone", which means to frighten someone or make them afraid.
annoying Susie: "To stare at someone" is not the same thing as "to annoy someone", which means to bother or trouble them.
smiling at Susie: "To stare" is not the same thing as "to smile". To smile is to make a gesture of contentment, pleasure or happiness with the mouth.
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