Literary writers employ “irritated” in multifaceted ways to capture both internal emotional states and external physical reactions. In some works, it conveys a subtle blend of annoyance and enchantment, as when a languid, indifferent presence leaves a character simultaneously spellbound and provoked [1]. In historical and political narratives, the term underscores the simmering anger of leaders and common folk alike, heightening the tension in moments of decisive action [2, 3]. Authors also use it to depict personal and interpersonal dynamics, whether it’s a character’s growing vexation during a conversation [4] or the physical discomfort caused by environmental factors [5]. This layered deployment of “irritated” enriches character portrayals and amplifies narrative conflicts, providing readers with a vivid sense of mood and motive [6, 7].