Irk (Verb)
Meaning
Irritate or vex; "It galls me that we lost the suit".
Classification
Verbs of feeling.
Examples
- The constant noise of the construction site outside my window really irks me.
- Her husband's snoring irks her every night, but she's learned to live with it.
- It irks him that his brother always gets more attention from their parents.
- The habit of chewing loudly irks Emily, especially during quiet moments.
- The new employee's attitude irks the team leader and creates tension.