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.