obnoxious

[US]/əbˈnɒkʃəs/
[UK]/əbˈnɑːkʃəs/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj. extremely unpleasant; annoying; detestable
adv. in a very unpleasant manner; causing disgust
n. something or someone who is annoying; detestable.

Example Sentences

My brother-in-law is an obnoxious know-it-all.

These fires produce really obnoxious fumes and smoke.

His disgusting table manners made him obnoxious to me.

Real-world Examples

I thought you were pompous and arrogant and obnoxious.

Source: Friends Season 9

Apparently, I have a reputation for being obnoxious.

Source: The Big Bang Theory Season 8

You can't marry an obnoxious jerk like that.

Source: Desperate Housewives Season 7

You know that obnoxious thing annoys you, too.

Source: Modern Family Season 6

For others, they were totally obnoxious.

Source: Simple Psychology

He was shouting at everyone and being totally obnoxious.

Source: Oxford University: IELTS Foreign Teacher Course

It's like some weird, obnoxious celebrity baby name.

Source: Our Day Season 2

I actually admire Sam Raimi for not holding back in showing Peter's behavior as obnoxious and appalling.

Source: Deep Dive into the Movie World (LSOO)

That man is the most obnoxious, offensive, annoying human being.

Source: Desperate Housewives (Audio Version) Season 2

Unfortunately, the most commonly used medication has obnoxious side effects.

Source: Science in 60 Seconds Listening March 2013 Collection

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