galling (Meaning)
galling (s)
causing irritation or annoyance
galling (p. pr. & vb. n.)
of Gall
galling (a.)
Fitted to gall or chafe; vexing; harassing; irritating.
Synonyms & Antonyms of galling
Synonyms:
- pestilent
- worrisome
- upsetting
- discomforting
- disquieting
- peeving
- riling
- offensive
- enraging
- distressing
- tiresome
- inconveniencing
- biting
- distractive
- troubling
- burdensome
- importune
- pesty
- carking
- displeasing
- jarring
- importunate
- troublesome
- stressful
- angering
- mischievous
- trying
- plaguey
- infuriating
Antonyms:
No weak antonyms found.
galling Sentence Examples
- The constant interruptions during the meeting were galling.
- The lack of recognition for her hard work was particularly galling.
- It was galling to see him take credit for her ideas.
- The rude treatment she received from her employer was galling.
- The dishonesty and deceit in the situation were galling.
- The injustice of the situation was galling.
- The thought of him getting away with it was galling.
- The prejudice and discrimination she faced were galling.
- The condescending tone in his voice was galling.
- The way he manipulated the situation to his advantage was galling.
FAQs About the word galling
causing irritation or annoyanceof Gall, Fitted to gall or chafe; vexing; harassing; irritating.
annoying, disturbing,frustrating, irritating, pestiferous,aggravating, rankling, vexing, bothersome, abrasive
delightful,delightful, pleasing,pleasing,
The constant interruptions during the meeting were galling.
The lack of recognition for her hard work was particularly galling.
It was galling to see him take credit for her ideas.
The rude treatment she received from her employer was galling.
