progressive irritation
[/prəˈɡresɪv ɪˈrɪteɪʃən/]
nounpl: progressive irritations
irritação progressiva
1. A gradual increase in annoyance, anger, or physical discomfort that worsens over time
The progressive irritation caused by the constant noise finally led him to complain to management.
A irritação progressiva causada pelo barulho constante finalmente o levou a reclamar com a administração.
2. A medical or physiological condition where inflammation or discomfort gradually intensifies
The doctor noted progressive irritation of the patient's skin condition over the past month.
O médico observou irritação progressiva da condição de pele do paciente ao longo do mês passado.
3. Emotional state characterized by increasing frustration or impatience
His progressive irritation with the project delays became evident in his tone of voice.
Sua irritação progressiva com os atrasos do projeto tornou-se evidente no tom de sua voz.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'progressive irritation' is commonly used in medical, psychological, and workplace settings. In Brazil, it's frequently referenced in complaints about service quality or bureaucratic delays. In the USA, it's often used in corporate environments to describe workplace frustration. The concept reflects the universal human experience of compounding stress.
NYC Slang
getting more and more pissed off
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