nettled Synonyms

nettled Meaning

Wordnet

nettled (s)

aroused to impatience or anger

Webster

nettled (imp. & p. p.)

of Nettle

FAQs About the word nettled

aroused to impatience or angerof Nettle

bugged, persecuted, irritated, bothered,annoyed, vexed, itched, narked, wore on, burnt (up)

pacified, mollified, pleased, obliged,obliged, pleased, satisfied, gratified, gratified, delighted

John's nettled remark left me feeling wounded and resentful.

The constant interruptions nettled her, causing her to lose her patience.

Sarah's unflattering comments about her artwork nettled the aspiring artist.

The politician's nettled response to the criticism revealed his fragility.