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nettlesome

1 of 1adjective
/ˈnɛtəlsəm/
Forms:more nettlesome,most nettlesome
1

causing difficulties, problems, or annoyances

  • The nettlesome details of the contract caused delays.
  • She found the constant interruptions to be nettlesome.
  • The nettlesome issue with the software was frustrating the team.
  • His nettlesome habits made it difficult to work with him.
  • They faced a nettlesome challenge in fixing the faulty equipment.
2

easily irritated, annoyed, or provoked

  • She grew nettlesome when interrupted repeatedly.
  • His nettlesome mood made conversation difficult.
  • The nettlesome customer complained about everything.
  • He became nettlesome after a long, stressful day.
  • The nettlesome child whined at the slightest discomfort.