Troublesome

/ˈtrʌb.əl.səm/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

causing difficulty or annoyance

The troublesome leak in the roof required immediate repair.

characterized by problems or difficulties

He had a troublesome past that still affected his present.

difficult to deal with or control

The child was known for her troublesome behavior in class.

involving worry or distress

They faced a troublesome decision about their future.

causing pain or discomfort

She had troublesome back pain that made it hard to sit for long periods.

Middle English, from trouble + -some

troublesome times:

Periods of difficulty or crisis.

troublesome issues:

Problems that cause stress or require resolution.

A pain in the neck.

Dealing with that customer was a real pain in the neck.

A headache.

This paperwork is giving me a headache.