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