Troublé (en. Disorder)

/tʁu.bl e/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
The state of a person who is disturbed or disordered emotionally.
He was very troubled after the news of his dismissal.
Il était très troublé après la nouvelle de son licenciement.
Related to an event or situation that causes confusion or worry.
The current political situation is very troubled.
La situation politique actuelle est très troublée.
One who is troubled by a question or a moral dilemma.
His behavior left him troubled and perplexed.
Son comportement l'a laissé troublé et perplexe.

Etymology

From the verb 'troubler', deriving from the Latin 'turbulare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have a troubled mind
To be prey to uncertainty or worry.
avoir l'esprit troublé
to be troubled by a situation
To feel anxiety due to an event.
être troublé par une situation
trouble in the mind
A mental or emotional disorder.
trouble dans l'esprit

Related Words

trouble
Disturbance of the normal order.
trouble
to disturb
To cause anxiety or disturb.
troubler
psychological trouble
Affection that disrupts mental health.
trouble psychologique

Slang Meanings

To be in a tough situation.
He is completely in a tough situation after his breakup.
Il est complètement en galère après sa rupture.
To have worries.
She has a lot of worries at the moment.
Elle a un paquet de soucis en ce moment.