Bothersome Meaning

/ˈbɔðəsəm/
C1

Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.

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adjCausing trouble, annoyance, inconvenience, irritation, or perplexity.

Pigeons are very bothersome birds in cities.
Why are women such bothersome creatures?
Midges can be quite bothersome when you're outdoors near water.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The persistent noise from the construction site was extremely ____ during our meeting.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The constant fly was very ____ while I was trying to read my new book.

From bother + -some.

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CEFR Practice Quiz
The persistent noise from the construction site was extremely ____ during our meeting.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The constant fly was very ____ while I was trying to read my new book.

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