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Definition
An eyesore or a constant annoyance, especially an disobedient child or an argumentative contrarian.
- a disobedient, defiant child who offends or contradicts their parents
- a stubborn contrarian; someone who constantly opposes or argues against others
colloquialpeopleemotion
How it's used
This term carries a strong sense of frustration and emotional blockage, as if the person being described is physically pressing against your heart. While it is most commonly used by parents to describe rebellious children, it can also apply to any person whose presence or actions consistently provoke annoyance or defiance. It is a vivid, metaphorical way to express that someone is a constant source of irritation.
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He always talks back to his mother, he is such an eyesore.
Why are you always causing trouble, why are you being such an eyesore?
Related words
Common phrases
what a total eyesore
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe inanimate objects that are simply ugly or messy. It specifically refers to people whose behavior or existence causes personal distress or conflict.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
