bothersome

adjective

both·​er·​some ˈbä-t͟hər-səm How to pronounce bothersome (audio)
: causing bother : vexing

Examples of bothersome in a Sentence

a bothersome habit of dropping trash on the floor right next to the garbage can
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That means less worker turnover, which is a bothersome expense. Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 10 Oct. 2024 This creates a quiet workout experience that will be less bothersome to those around you. Ashley Zlatopolsky, Architectural Digest, 12 Sep. 2024 Moviegoers said the film dragged, the pacing was bothersome, and that some failed to grasp the motivations of Princess Hind and Bandit. Jake Kanter, Deadline, 30 Oct. 2024 And there doesn’t seem to be any rush to get the two-time Finals MVP back on the court following an offseason procedure on his bothersome right knee. Janis Carr, Orange County Register, 16 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for bothersome 

Word History

First Known Use

1817, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of bothersome was in 1817

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“Bothersome.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bothersome. Accessed 25 Nov. 2024.

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bothersome

adjective
both·​er·​some ˈbät͟h-ər-səm How to pronounce bothersome (audio)
: causing bother

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