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Meaning of trouble
A problem or difficulty that needs to be dealt with.
Etymology of trouble
The word "trouble" comes from the Old French word "troubler," which means "to disturb or make uneasy"
This Old French word is derived from the Latin word "turbulare," which means "to make turbulent or disturb"
The word "trouble" has been used in the English language since the 13th century to describe a state of distress, anxiety, or difficulty
Synonyms
difficulty
problem
issue
concern
worry
headache
nuisance
inconvenience
predicament
plight
dilemma
quandary
mess
muddle
chaos
turmoil
upheaval
disturbance
commotion
unrest
disorder
confusion
perplexity
complication
hassle
snag
setback
obstacle
hindrance
impediment
blockage
barrier
trouble
spot
fix
jam
pickle
scrape
hot water
bind
strait
pinch
crunch
squeeze
difficulty
plight
pass
juncture
situation
circumstance
condition
predicament
impasse
stalemate
deadlock
gridlock
logjam
bottleneck
snag
kink
wrinkle
catch
hitch
rub
fly
monkey
wrench
Definitions
- A state of distress, anxiety, or difficulty
- A problem or difficulty that needs to be dealt with
- A person or thing that causes problems or difficulties
Usage Examples
- The company is in trouble due to financial difficulties
- She had trouble sleeping because of the noise
- He got into trouble at school for misbehaving
- The new policy has caused trouble for many employees
Antonyms
ease
comfort
convenience
advantage
benefit
help
assistance
relief
peace
calm
serenity
tranquility
stability
security
harmony
accord
agreement
cooperation
smoothness
simplicity
clarity
certainty
confidence
satisfaction
happiness
joy
delight
pleasure
calmness
composure
poise
equilibrium
balance
order
organization
system
method
harmony
concord
consistency
coherence
unity
oneness
solidarity
togetherness