nuisance

Definition

  • noun: a person, thing, or situation that is annoying or that causes trouble or problems
  • noun: one that is annoying, unpleasant, or obnoxious
  • usually singular
  • synonyms: harm, pest, annoyance

Examples

  • I'm sorry to be such a 'nuisance' [=I'm sorry to bother you], but I need your help again.

  • The sticky clay was a 'nuisance' to work with. [=was difficult to work with]

  • He 'made a nuisance of himself'. [=he behaved in an annoying way]

Movie quotes

  • (..) Are you all right? You're not all right, are you? Is it this contest thing that you're in still or... I'm sorry, I am being a nuisance. I should go. No, it's okay. We can talk. I'll put some clothes on. I'll be right back. Do you have an aspirin? Can I get you something to drink with this? (..)
    1997 The Game