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nettling

The word “nettling” has 2 syllables: net-tling

It's pronounced as /ˈnɛtlɪŋ/

What is synonym and antonym for nettling?

In the thesaurus, “nettling” has 9 synonyms and 10 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for nettling along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for nettling

  • aggravating
  • annoying
  • bothering
  • bugging
  • disturbing
  • frustrating
  • getting
  • irritating
  • persecuting

Antonyms for nettling

  • appeasing
  • conciliating
  • delightful
  • gratifying
  • obliging
  • pacifying
  • placating
  • pleasing
  • propitiating
  • satisfying

Meanings of nettling

  • verb
    1. Of the nettle plant and similar physical causes, to sting, causing a rash in someone.
    2. To pique, irritate, vex or provoke.
  • noun
    1. (ropemaking) A process, resembling splicing, by which two ropes are joined so as to form one rope.
    2. The process of tying together the ends of yarns in pairs, to prevent tangling.
    3. The process of stinging somebody with nettles.

Example Sentences

  • The constant noise from the construction site was nettling the residents.
  • His nettling remarks about her presentation made her feel uncomfortable.
  • The dog's behavior was nettling the other animals in the yard.
  • She tried to ignore the nettling sensation of the cold wind on her face.
  • The nettling comments on the social media post sparked a heated debate.

On this page you'll find 19 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to nettling, such as: aggravating, annoying, appeasing, bothering, bugging, conciliating, delightful.

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