Meaning & use
obnoxious
Extremely unpleasant, rude, or annoying in a way that provokes strong dislike.
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The obnoxious customer shouted at the waiter over a minor billing mistake.
His obnoxious laugh could be heard throughout the entire quiet library.
A note on using this word
Obnoxious is a strong negative word, usually describing behavior that is both rude and hard to tolerate, not just mildly irritating.
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