Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bother
verb
/ˈbɒð.ər/
Definition
to cause someone to feel disturbed or worried about something.
Examples
- Don’t bother me while I’m studying.
- It doesn’t bother her if it rains.
- He didn’t want to bother his neighbors with loud music.
Meaning
Bother means to take the trouble to do something or to create a sense of unease in someone.
Synonyms
- disturb
- trouble
- interrupt
- afflict