누군가를 짜증나게 하거나 화나게 만들다.
To make someone feel annoyed, impatient, or slightly angry.
예문:
"The sound of the neighbor's lawnmower early on Sunday morning irritates me."
"It irritates her when people don't say 'thank you' for a favor."
신체 부위에 염증이나 통증, 물리적 불편함을 유발하다.
To cause inflammation, soreness, or physical discomfort in a part of the body.
예문:
"Chlorine in the swimming pool can irritate your eyes if you don't wear goggles."
"Woolen sweaters often irritate his skin, causing a red rash."
기관, 세포 또는 유기체를 자극하여 특정한 기능적 반응을 일으키게 하다.
To stimulate an organ, cell, or organism to produce a specific functional response.
예문:
"The researchers used a mild electric current to irritate the nerve fibers."
"Certain light frequencies can irritate the photoreceptors in the retina."
법적 문서나 행위를 무효로 만들거나 실효시키다.
To render a legal document or action null and void; to invalidate.
예문:
"The judge decided to irritate the previous agreement based on new evidence."
"Failure to sign the document in the presence of a witness may irritate the entire will."