Word: Nettle (V)
Pronunciation: net-l
Word Meaning: To nettle means to irritate or provoke someone, causing annoyance or discomfort. It can also refer to the action of stinging with or as if with nettles, which are plants that can cause a stinging sensation upon contact.
Uses in Sentence:
- His constant criticism began to nettle his colleagues.
- The sarcastic remarks seemed designed to nettle her.
Synonyms:
- Irritate
- Annoy
- Agitate
- Vex
- Provoke
Antonyms:
- Please
- Soothe
- Appease
- Pacify
- Calm
Word Meaning in Hindi: चिढ़ाना (Chidhana) – The term “चिढ़ाना” in Hindi can be used to convey the meaning of nettle.
Word uses in Hindi:
- उसकी बातें सुनकर उसको चिढ़ाने लगा। (He started to nettle him after hearing his remarks.)
- उसकी दुखभरी कहानी सबको चिढ़ाती है। (Her sorrowful story nettles everyone.)