Definition

A feeling of intense irritation or annoyance.

Example

Her constant interruptions caused great exasperation among the team members.

Conversation

I felt such exasperation when my computer crashed again.

That sounds really frustrating!

Yeah, it's like the universe is against me today.

I get it; those days can really test your patience.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Exasperation → It is formed from "ex-" (meaning out of or from) and "asperare" (meaning to roughen or irritate). The word describes a state of being irritated or frustrated to the point of being driven out of patience.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'driven out' ('ex-') of your calm by something that 'irritates' ('asperare') you — that's what exasperation means.

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