Synonyms for

Bothered

Verb / ˈbɑ:ðɜ:d / Another word for bothered — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

feeling annoyed, frustrated, or worried

Synonyms & similar words

nark irritate fazed nettle devil vex rile annoy inconvenience disoblige gravel incommode trouble bother discommode chafe rag daunted annoyed irritated disturbed agitated flustered unsettled perturbed displeased discontented uneasy troubled concerned worried anxious fretful nervous apprehensive bothered distressed frazzled

Synonyms by register

Formal

disturbed vexed annoyed disquieted

Informal

bugged hassled pestered riled

Literary

discomposed perturbèd troubled

Antonyms

calm unconcerned relaxed peaceful untroubled at ease

Common collocations

  • not bothered by
  • bothered to do
  • bothered about
  • bothered me
  • bothered him
  • bothered by the noise

Word family

noun bother
verb bother
adjective bothersome

Usage note

Often used in negative constructions like 'I wasn't bothered'. Can imply mild annoyance or significant distress depending on context.

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Example sentences

  1. I am bothered by the loud noise.
  2. She was bothered by the bad smell in the room.
  3. He was bothered by the fact that he forgot his keys.
  4. The cold weather bothered my skin.
  5. The constant interruptions at work bothered me.

Quotes

  • I've always been bothered by the fact that I can't tie a good knot.
  • I'm not bothered by the fact that people don't recognize me.
  • I'm not bothered by the paparazzi.

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