Synonyms for

Bothers

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

Definition

To annoy or cause trouble to someone

Synonyms & similar words

nark vex annoyance annoy painintheneck nettle inconvenience bother putout rag troubleoneself discommode botheration getat hassle painintheass irritate gravel devil fuss incommode getto pain rile trouble annoy irritate disturb aggravate vex trouble pester plague harass torment provoke nag hassle badger chafe frustrate irk molest oppress tease

Synonyms by register

Formal

annoys disturbs vexes troubles

Informal

bugs gets on your nerves pesters irks

Literary

disquiets molests

Antonyms

pleases satisfies calms soothes delights appeases comforts

Common collocations

  • bothers me
  • bothers him
  • bothers her
  • bothers them
  • doesn't bother
  • bothers to do
  • what bothers you

Word family

noun bother
verb bother
adjective bothersome

Usage note

Often used in the negative to indicate a lack of concern or effort. Can also be used to express annoyance or inconvenience.

Example sentences

  1. The buzzing sound of the fly bothers me while I study.
  2. Please do not bother your classmates while they are taking a test.
  3. It bothers me when people chew with their mouth open.
  4. The loud music from the party next door is bothering me.
  5. My little brother bothers me when he follows me everywhere I go.

Quotes

  • Worrying is like a rocking chair, it gives you something to do, but it gets you nowhere. - Glenn Turner
  • The only thing you have to fear is fear itself. - Franklin D. Roosevelt
  • Don't let yesterday take up too much of today. - Will Rogers

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