anuier

to weary, vex, trouble

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A man trying to read is bothered by a persistent fly near his face, irritated expression and waved hand.

verb

annoy

uh-NOY/əˈnɔɪ/

To bother people or make them mildly angry.

Etymology

annoyOld Frenchto weary, vex, trouble

Old French anuier already meant to weary or vex someone, directly connecting it with causing irritation. The same French word family also gave English ennui, linking annoyance with weariness and boredom.

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