Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

upset

verb / adjective
/ʌpˈsɛt/
Definition
To cause someone to feel worried, unhappy, or disappointed.
Examples
  • She was upset after hearing the bad news.
  • The sudden rain upset their picnic plans.
  • He felt upset when he didn’t get the job.
Meaning
The term ‘upset’ refers to an emotional state where someone is disturbed or troubled, often due to an unexpected event or issue.
Synonyms
  • distress
  • unsettle
  • disrupt
  • disconcert
  • agitate