What is another word for upsets?

Common synonyms for upsets include disconcert, untune, discomfit, turnover, disturbance.

What is the opposite of upsets?

Antonyms of upsets include calms, pleases, satisfies, soothes, rejoices.

Synonyms for

Upsets

Verb / ʌˈpsets / / ˈʌˌpsets / Another word for upsets — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To make someone sad, worried, or angry

Synonyms & similar words

disconcert untune discomfit turnover disturbance swage tipover overthrow overturn trouble derangement discompose perturbation disturb upset knockover tumpover disorder bowlover disturb irritate annoy bother trouble aggravate displease exasperate ruffle provoke offend hurt disappoint frustrate anger outrage enrage incense infuriate vex

Synonyms by register

Formal

disturbs discomposes disquiets agitates

Informal

rattles throws off bugs gets to

Literary

disquiets unsettles troubles

Antonyms

calms pleases satisfies soothes rejoices delights

Common collocations

major upsets
shocking upsets
upsets the apple cart
causes upsets
prevent upsets
upsets the balance
upsets the status quo

Word family

noun upset

verb upset

adjective upset

Usage note

As a verb, 'upset' often implies causing emotional distress or disorder. As a noun, it refers to an unexpected defeat or outcome, particularly in sports.

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