Simple meaning
What does Bothered mean?
upset or annoyed by something.
Dictionary definition
Upset, worried, or annoyed by something.
Example sentences
Bothered in a sentence
easy
Mia felt bothered before the class game started.
medium
The story character seemed bothered after the surprise news.
hard
Writers use words like bothered to show mood and character changes clearly.
Synonyms
Words like Bothered
annoyedSimilar meaning in many contexts.
troubledClose meaning with slightly different tone.
Antonyms
Opposite words
calmA helpful opposite in many situations.
unconcernedAnother useful contrast word.
Word family
Bothered word family
Base word
bothered
verb
bother
To upset or annoy.
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What does bothered mean?
BOTHERED means upset or annoyed by something.
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