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troublesome
adjective trou·ble·some \-səm\
: causing problems or worry : causing trouble
Full Definition of TROUBLESOME
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— trou·ble·some·ly adverb
— trou·ble·some·ness noun
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First Known Use of TROUBLESOME
1542
Related to TROUBLESOME
- Synonyms
- discomforting, discomposing, disquieting, distressing, disturbing, nagging, nasty, perturbing, troubling, troublous, unsettling, upsetting, worrisome
- Antonyms
- reassuring
TROUBLESOMELY Defined for Kids
troublesome
adjective trou·ble·some \ˈtrə-bəl-səm\
Definition of TROUBLESOME for Kids
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: giving distress or anxiety <troublesome news>
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: difficult to deal with <a troublesome child>
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