nuisance

noun
UK /ˈnjuː.səns/
US /ˈnuː.səns/

A nuisance is something or someone that bothers you or causes trouble.

The buzzing mosquito was a real nuisance at the picnic.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A person or thing that causes inconvenience or difficulty.

Waiting in long lines is a nuisance.

3. In law, an activity or condition that interferes with the use and enjoyment of property.

The neighbors filed a complaint about the noise as a private nuisance.

4. An annoying habit or behavior.

His constant tapping on the table became a nuisance to everyone.