What is another word for nettled?

Pronunciation: [nˈɛtə͡ld] (IPA)

Nettled is a word that expresses annoyance, anger or irritation. There are several synonyms that can be used interchangeably with nettled to convey similar meanings, such as irked, vexed, exasperated, incensed, peeved, and provoked. These synonyms are useful when you want to diversify your vocabulary and avoid repetition in your writing. For instance, instead of saying "he was nettled by her rude behavior," you could say "he was irked by her rude behavior." Using synonyms adds depth and nuance to your language and helps you to communicate your ideas more effectively.

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Usage examples for Nettled

They only felt He was different from themselves, and they were nettled by His peculiarity.
"The Expositor's Bible: The Gospel of St. John, Vol. I"
Marcus Dods
Her eyes widened with surprise, and the surprise nettled him.
"The Eye of Dread"
Payne Erskine
I said much nettled, "all this has very little to do with the chemistry we use in our business."
"I Walked in Arden"
Jack Crawford

Famous quotes with Nettled

  • John Osborne spoke out in a vein of ebullient, free-wheeling rancour that betokened the arrival of something new in the theatre – a sophisticated, articulate lower-class. Most of the critics were offended by Jimmy Porter, but not on account of his anger; a working-class hero is expected to be angry. What nettled them was something quite different: his self-confidence. This was no envious inferior whose insecurity they could pity.
    John Osborne

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