aggravating

Definitions

Causing annoyance or irritation.

Making a problem, injury, or offense worse or more serious.

Examples

It is incredibly aggravating when the internet connection drops right in the middle of an important video call.

The constant dripping of the leaky faucet became more aggravating as the night wore on.

Synonyms

annoying irritating exasperating frustrating bothersome vexing infuriating

Antonyms

soothing pleasing calming delightful agreeable comforting relaxing