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Le comportement de mon voisin m'a profondément énervé, au point que j'ai dû prendre l'air pour me calmer.
My neighbor's behavior deeply annoyed me, to the point that I had to get some fresh air to calm down.
Here, 'énervé' is used to describe a deep emotional state caused by an external factor.
Elle était tellement énervée par le retard du train qu'elle n'arrêtait pas de faire les cent pas sur le quai.
She was so irritated by the train delay that she kept pacing up and down the platform.
This example shows 'énervé' expressing a state of impatience and agitation.
Après une journée de travail stressante, il rentre à la maison complètement énervé par les embouteillages.
After a stressful workday, he comes home completely worked up by the traffic jams.
Here, 'énervé' describes a state of being worked up or stressed due to frustrating circumstances.
Ne le prends pas mal, mais ton attitude un peu condescendante m'a vraiment énervé.
Don't take it the wrong way, but your somewhat condescending attitude really annoyed me.
This demonstrates 'énervé' in a direct interpersonal context, expressing annoyance at someone's behavior.
Les critiques incessantes de son patron l'avaient rendue si énervée qu'elle envisageait de démissionner.
Her boss's incessant criticism had made her so irritated that she was considering resigning.
This example highlights a prolonged state of irritation leading to a significant decision.
Il est devenu énervé quand j'ai remis en question ses compétences, bien que ce ne fût pas mon intention de l'offenser.
He became annoyed when I questioned his skills, although it wasn't my intention to offend him.
This illustrates 'énervé' as a reaction to perceived criticism or challenge.
Le bruit constant des travaux m'a énervé toute la matinée, m'empêchant de me concentrer sur mon travail.
The constant noise from the construction work annoyed me all morning, preventing me from concentrating on my work.
Here, 'énervé' is used to describe continuous annoyance caused by an external disturbance.
Elle était visiblement énervée par l'interruption inattendue de la réunion et le changement de sujet.
She was visibly annoyed by the unexpected interruption of the meeting and the change of topic.
This example shows 'énervé' describing a visible reaction to an unwelcome change or event.
Example
Je suis un peu énervé à cause du bruit des travaux.
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