bother Synonyms
Another word for bother
• verb (Context 1)
To annoy, disturb, or cause minor irritation to someone.
"Please do not annoy your sister while she is studying for her exams."
• verb (Context 2)
To take the trouble or make the effort to do something (often used in negative or interrogative contexts).
"He didn't even trouble to call and let us know he would be late."
• verb (Context 3)
To cause someone to feel worried, anxious, or upset.
"What bothers me most is the lack of transparency in the decision-making process."
• noun (Context 4)
Effort, trouble, or inconvenience caused by having to do something.
"Setting up the new software was no trouble at all."
• noun (Context 5)
A person or thing that causes annoyance, difficulty, or worry.
"Having to renew the permit every month is a real nuisance."
• interjection (Context 6)
Used to express mild irritation, impatience, or annoyance.
"Oh darn, I left my umbrella on the train again!"
Opposites of bother
The opposite of bother shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: