What is another word for drives up the wall?
Pronunciation: [dɹˈa͡ɪvz ˌʌp ðə wˈɔːl] (IPA) 
The phrase "drives up the wall" is a colloquial expression used to describe something or someone that annoys or frustrates to a point of anger. There are several synonyms for this phrase such as "gets on my nerves", "drives me crazy", "irritates me", "exasperates me", "provokes me", and "angers me". These expressions convey the same level of annoyance and frustration as the original phrase does. They can be used interchangeably depending on the context and the intensity of emotions being experienced. In any case, the message comes across loud and clear that the situation or person is causing a great deal of irritation or annoyance.
