annoyed with vs annoyed by

Both 'annoyed with' and 'annoyed by' are commonly used in English, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'Annoyed with' is used when referring to a person who is annoyed with another person, while 'annoyed by' is used when referring to the source of annoyance. Both are correct, but the choice between them depends on the specific situation.

Last updated: April 13, 2024 • 371 views

annoyed with

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use 'annoyed with' when expressing annoyance towards a person or people.

Examples:

She was annoyed with her brother for not cleaning up.
I am annoyed with the constant noise in the office.

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May 19, 2011 ... I am annoyed by a specific behavior. I am annoyed with the person who's doing it. I am annoyed at a requirement.
4 days ago ... angry: I was so annoyed with him for turning up late. He was annoyed at the way ...
slightly angry synonym irritated. annoyed with somebody at/about something He was beginning to get very annoyed with me about my carelessness.
Sep 7, 2021 ... Irritation, annoyance, and anger are all normal emotions. If you're easily annoyed with your partner, there are ways to manage your feelings ...

Alternatives:

frustrated with
angry with
upset with
displeased with
irritated with

annoyed by

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use 'annoyed by' when indicating the source of annoyance or irritation.

Examples:

I am annoyed by the loud music next door.
She is annoyed by his constant interruptions.

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8 days ago ... was clearly annoyed by their repeated questions. were very annoyed to be kept waiting. an annoyed expression. annoyedly.
May 19, 2011 ... I am annoyed by a specific behavior. I am annoyed with the person who's doing it. I am annoyed at a requirement.
How to stop being annoyed by life. By David G. Allan, CNN. Updated 1:31 PM EDT, Tue August 9, 2016. Link Copied! Wisdom Project Water Bucket.
It's a common thing to be frequently annoyed by other people — added to our regular interactions with family, friends and coworkers are the online habits of ...
Nov 18, 2022 ... I found out my biological age—and was annoyed by the result. Biological clocks hint at how many years of healthy life you have left.
Dec 21, 2022 ... Greece annoyed by Albania-Turkey drone deal ... Greek foreign minister Nikos Dendias expressed his discontent about the “rapprochement” between ...
Feb 20, 2023 ... Anthony came away from the weekend even more annoyed by Jonathan Gannon after watching his introduction in Arizona.

Alternatives:

irritated by
bothered by
vexed by
disturbed by
aggravated by

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