bothersome

adjective

both·er·some ˈbä-t͟hər-səm

Synonyms of bothersome

: 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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The ongoing sagas of Getz and Hoyer, two executives who got their jobs the old-school Chicago way — with no bothersome hiring searches conducted by their bosses — are ones that continue to fascinate me. — Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 4 Aug. 2026 One form of treatment, called menopausal hormone therapy, can address several bothersome symptoms, particularly hot flashes, and can improve quality of life for some patients. — Versha Pleasant, The Conversation, 30 July 2026 Ohtani skipped the All-Star Game in order to get treatment on his bothersome left knee. — Staff Report, Oc Register, 16 July 2026 Carr also played against the Thunder after being limited by a bothersome toenail in his last game. — Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 11 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for bothersome

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1817, in the meaning defined above

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bothersome

adjective

both·er·some ˈbät͟h-ər-səm

: causing bother

bothersome

adjective

Synonyms of bothersome

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