bothersome
|both/er/some|
B2
🇺🇸
/ˈbɑːðərsəm/
🇬🇧
/ˈbɒðəsəm/
(bother)
annoyance or trouble
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bothersome' originates from the English word 'bother' combined with the suffix '-some', where 'bother' meant 'to annoy or trouble'.
Historical Evolution
'bother' changed from the Middle English word 'botheren' and eventually became the modern English word 'bother'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to trouble or annoy', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
causing annoyance or trouble.
The bothersome noise kept me awake all night.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45