'annoyance' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'anoier,' where 'an-' meant 'to' and 'oier' meant 'to hate or be hateful.'

'anoier' transformed into the Middle English word 'anoien,' and eventually became the modern English word 'annoyance.'

Initially, it meant 'to be hateful or cause discomfort,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a feeling of irritation or displeasure.'