2
problem(noun, disturbance, annoyance)
2
problematic
2
problematical
2
puzzling
2
rankling(verb, aggravating)
2
razzing
2
repelling(verb, displeasing)
2
ribbing(noun, mocking, playful, teasing, tongue-in-cheek)
2
riling(verb, adjective, displeasing)
2
scandalizing(verb, displeasing)
2
shocking(verb, displeasing)
2
tantalizing
2
taunt(insult, stimulus, affront, incitement, goading)
2
tiresome
2
torment(noun, annoyance, nuisance, pestering)
1
accessing
1
acerbating(verb, irritating)
1
afflicting
1
agitating
1
ailing
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