Learn how to use the comparative “more annoyed” and superlative “most annoyed” with example sentences and differences.

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

Comparative adjectives help us to describe how good or bad something is when compared to something else. For example, something is taller than something else. Superlative adjectives help us to describe something as having the most or least of a particular characteristic within a group. This makes it easier and more accurate to talk about and compare things.

What is the comparative form of “annoyed”?

The comparative form of “annoyed” is “more annoyed”.

Example

I am more annoyed with his constant interruptions.

Example

The loud music next door is more annoying than the construction noise.

What is the superlative form of “annoyed”?

The superlative form of “annoyed” is “most annoyed”.

Example

Among all the noises, the car alarm is the most annoying.

Example

The constant interruptions are the most annoying part of my day.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are used with "annoyed" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more annoyed" and "most annoyed" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of annoyance.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Annoyed" follows the regular pattern of using "more" and "most" for forming comparatives and superlatives.

Expressions with similar meanings to “more annoyed”

Used to describe a higher level of annoyance or frustration.

Example

Her constant complaining is more irritating than her tardiness.

Used to indicate a greater degree of being annoyed or disturbed.

Example

The constant buzzing of the flies is more bothersome than the occasional noise from the neighbors.

Expressions with similar meanings to “most annoyed”

Used to describe the highest level of annoyance or frustration.

Example

The constant nagging is the most irritating thing about her.

Used to indicate the greatest degree of being annoyed or disturbed.

Example

The never-ending phone calls are the most bothersome part of my job.

Using than with comparative “more annoyed”

When using the comparative form "more annoyed" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "The loud music next door is more annoying than the construction noise." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of annoyance caused by the "loud music next door" is higher than the level of annoyance caused by the "construction noise."

How can I use this expression in context?

“more annoyed” and “most annoyed” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.
  • 1Interactions

    His constant interruptions are more annoying than his lack of punctuality.

    His constant interruptions are more annoying than his lack of punctuality.

  • 2Noises

    The barking dogs are the most annoying part of living in this neighborhood.

    The barking dogs are the most annoying part of living in this neighborhood.

  • 3Habits

    Her constant humming is more annoying than her forgetfulness.

    Her constant humming is more annoying than her forgetfulness.

  • 4Situations

    The long wait at the airport was the most annoying experience of my trip.

    The long wait at the airport was the most annoying experience of my trip.

Related idioms and phrases

Get on someone's nerves

To annoy or irritate someone.

Example

His constant tapping on the table really gets on my nerves.

Drive someone up the wall

To greatly annoy or irritate someone.

Example

The constant noise from the construction site is driving me up the wall.

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