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irritative

/ˈɪrɪtətɪv/

Translations

irritativenoun

irritatives

/ˈɪr.ɪ.tə.tɪv/

/ˈɪr.ɪ.teɪ.tɪv/

Rare, chiefly medical: an irritant substance or agent.

Synonyms

cause of irritation

source of irritation

irritativeadjective

more irritative

Comp.

most irritative

Super.

/ˈɪrɪtətɪv/

The irritative chemicals in the air caused her eyes to water.

Раздражающие химикаты в воздухе вызвали у нее слезы.

Additional translations

Synonyms

irritativenoun

A substance or agent that causes irritation; an irritant.

In dermatology, strong soaps are considered irritatives that can trigger contact dermatitis.

irritativeadjective

Causing irritation or annoyance.

The irritative noise from the construction site made it difficult to concentrate.

Having the quality of provoking a reaction, especially in a biological or chemical context.

The irritative properties of the chemical caused a rash on her skin.