noun
- the quality or state of being easily annoyed, impatient, or made angry
- abnormal or excessive sensitivity to stimuli
Usage: medical
Examples
- His irritability increased as the deadline approached.
- Lack of sleep often leads to irritability and mood swings.
- The medication helped reduce her skin’s irritability to sunlight.
- The teacher noticed the student’s unusual irritability during class.
- Caffeine withdrawal can cause headaches and irritability.
- The patient’s irritability was a side effect of the treatment.