Bothersome

/ˈbɒð.ər.səm/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Causing annoyance or trouble.

The constant noise from the construction site was quite bothersome.

Inconvenient or troublesome.

She found the recurring computer errors bothersome while trying to work.

Disturbing or distracting.

His bothersome habit of interrupting others made meetings difficult.

Causing worry or concern.

The bothersome symptoms prompted her to visit the doctor.

From bother + -some

bother someone

to annoy or trouble someone

don't bother

used to tell someone not to waste time or effort

bother with

to take the trouble to do something

bother

to disturb or annoy

nuisance

a person, thing, or circumstance causing inconvenience or annoyance

irritate

to cause annoyance or frustration

a pain

That homework is such a pain, it’s so bothersome.

drag

Waiting in line is a drag, it’s pretty bothersome.