Definition

Causing a lot of annoyance or frustration.

Example

The constant interruptions during the meeting were quite galling.

Conversation

I found it really galling when they changed the meeting time at the last minute.

Oh no, that's frustrating! Was everyone affected?

Yeah, it felt like such a waste of time.

I can imagine! Those kinds of surprises are the worst.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Galling → It originates from the Old English word 'galla', meaning bile or bitterness. The word 'galling' describes something that causes irritation or bitterness, akin to the feeling of bile.

Memory Tip

Think of 'galla', which means bitterness, to remember that 'galling' refers to something that causes irritation or annoyance.

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