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Irritability Definition & Meaning

irritability
noun
  1. an irritable petulant feeling
  2. excessive sensitivity of an organ or body part
  3. a disposition to exhibit uncontrolled anger; "his temper was well known to all his employees"

"Irritability" in song lyrics

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  • "adderall and adverse symptoms irritability"
    AOL — AOL
  • "diet for pms and irritability"
    AOL — AOL
  • "soypms and irritability"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does irritability mean?
an irritable petulant feeling excessive sensitivity of an organ or body part a disposition to exhibit uncontrolled anger; "his temper was well known to all his employees"
What part of speech is irritability?
Irritability is a noun.
How many definitions does irritability have?
Irritability has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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