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exasperation

[ig-zas-puh-rey-shuhn] / ɪgˌzæs pəˈreɪ ʃən /
NOUN
upset, provocation
Synonyms
STRONGEST
anger annoyance displeasure fury ire irritation pique rage resentment
STRONG
aggravation bother botheration exacerbation irritant nuisance passion pest plague vexation wrath
WEAK
besetment
Antonyms
STRONGEST
calm cheer delight enjoyment happiness joy peace pleasure
WEAK
calming calmness comfort ease placation pleasing soothing

Example Sentences

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And everyone is constantly sniping; the family’s resting state is exasperation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

The exasperation young people feel at older folks, with our fat bank accounts struggling to program our televisions or upload videos, is understandable.

From Barron's • Mar. 14, 2026

“So they tell me — so they tell me repeatedly,” Brooks says with an air of exasperation.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 24, 2025

His answer, tinged with an uncharacteristic air of exasperation, was firm.

From BBC • Nov. 24, 2025

“I am not a little girl,” said Eilonwy, tossing her hair in exasperation.

From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander