bothersome

adjective

both·​er·​some ˈbä-t͟hər-səm 

: causing bother : vexing

Synonyms of bothersome

• annoying
• frustrating
• irritating
• disturbing

Examples of bothersome in a Sentence

a bothersome habit of dropping trash on the floor right next to the garbage can

Recent Examples on the Web

Mild prolapse that is not bothersome may not require treatment. — Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 6 Oct. 2026

The police, in Shawn’s mind, were much like the class monitors at school, charged with resolving any bothersome or unusual situation. — Rachel Heng, New Yorker, 4 Oct. 2026

Menopausal hot flashes and night sweats disproportionately impact women of color, with Black and Hispanic women experiencing more frequent and bothersome hot flashes due to menopause. — Partner Content, Variety, 23 Sep. 2026

While keeping up with removal can be bothersome, lovebugs are beneficial. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1817, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

bothersome

adjective

both·​er·​some ˈbät͟h-ər-səm 

: causing bother