bothered

[ˈbɒðəd]

bothered Definition

  • 1worried, annoyed, or upset about something
  • 2take the trouble to do something

Using bothered: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "bothered" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I'm not bothered about what he thinks.

  • Example

    She was too bothered to eat.

  • Example

    He didn't seem bothered by the news.

  • Example

    I can't be bothered to go out tonight.

bothered Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with bothered

  • can't be bothered

    not willing to make the effort to do something

    Example

    I can't be bothered to clean the house today.

  • worried or concerned about something

    Example

    I'm not bothered about what people think of me.

  • take the trouble to do something

    Example

    I can't be bothered with cooking tonight.

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Summary: bothered in Brief

The term 'bothered' [ˈbɒðəd] refers to being worried, annoyed, or upset about something. It can also mean taking the trouble to do something, as in 'I can't be bothered to go out tonight.' 'Bothered' is often used in phrases like 'can't be bothered,' indicating a lack of willingness to make an effort, and 'bothered about,' meaning worried or concerned about something.

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