Annoy
Annoy verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.
Usage example: deliberately annoyed the elderly neighbor by walking across his lawn
Antagonize is a synonym for annoy in irritate topic. In some cases you can use "Antagonize" instead a verb "Annoy".
Antagonize
Antagonize verb - Provoke the hostility of.
Usage example: Don't antagonize your boss
Annoy is a synonym for antagonize in anger topic. You can use "Annoy" instead a verb "Antagonize", if it concerns topics such as oppose.
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