Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
more-trouble-than-it-is-worth
idiom
mɔːr ˈtrʌbəl ðən ɪt ɪz wɜrθ
Definition
Causing more difficulty, effort, or expense than the benefits gained from it.
Examples
- Cleaning that old car is more trouble than it is worth.
- The project turned out to be more trouble than it was worth, leading to significant delays.
- Hiring a lawyer for such a minor issue feels like more trouble than it’s worth.
Meaning
This phrase is used to describe a situation or task that is not worth the hassle or complications it brings.
Synonyms
- Not worth the effort
- Too much hassle
- Not worth the trouble
