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Meaning of bothersome
The primary meaning of the word "bothersome" is causing annoyance or irritation.
Etymology of bothersome
The word "bothersome" originated in the mid-17th century, derived from the verb "bother", which is thought to have come from the Irish word "bacach" meaning "lame" or "cripple", or possibly from the Scottish Gaelic word "bacach" meaning "cripple" or "lame person", and the suffix "-some" which forms adjectives indicating a tendency or disposition.
Synonyms
annoying
irritating
troublesome
vexing
frustrating
aggravating
exasperating
infuriating
maddening
tiresome
wearisome
bothers
pestering
harassing
distressing
disquieting
unsettling
worrisome
discomforting
displeasing
displeasurable
unsatisfying
dissatisfying
unsatisfactory
disagreeable
unpleasant
offensive
objectionable
repugnant
odious
hateful
detestable
abhorrent
Definitions
- Causing annoyance or irritation, especially in a persistent and annoying way.
- Causing trouble or difficulty, often in a way that is persistent and annoying.
Usage Examples
- The noise from the construction site is really bothersome, I wish they would work at night instead.
- Her constant questions are bothersome, can't she just figure it out herself?
- The new policy is bothersome, it's causing more problems than it's solving.