Bothersome and Irksome

Bothersome

Bothersome adjective - Causing annoyance.
Usage example: a bothersome habit of dropping trash on the floor right next to the garbage can

Irksome is a synonym for bothersome in annoying topic. In some cases you can use "Irksome" instead an adjective "Bothersome", when it comes to topics like vexatious, troublesome, irritating, pesky. popular alternative

Nearby Words: bother, bothered

Irksome

Irksome adjective - Causing annoyance.
Usage example: the irksome habit of leaving all the kitchen cabinet doors open
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Synonyms for Irksome

Bothersome is a synonym for irksome in annoying topic. You can use "Bothersome" instead an adjective "Irksome", if it concerns topics such as irritating, vexatious, pesky, tiresome. popular alternative

Nearby Words: irk, irked
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