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troublesome

2 antonyms and opposites of troublesome, grouped by meaning.

Adj — Causing repeated difficulty, worry, or annoyance.

Antonyms

untroublesome nontroublesome

How to use troublesome

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

troublesome neighbor troublesome issue

Etymology

Built from trouble plus the suffix -some, which turns a noun into an adjective meaning "tending to cause" that thing.

Full origin of troublesome →

Frequently asked questions

What does “troublesome” mean?

The word “troublesome” means causing repeated difficulty, worry, or annoyance. In plain terms, prone to causing bother or difficulty, whether it's a person, object, or problem.

How do you pronounce “troublesome”?

“Troublesome” is pronounced TRUH-buhl-suhm (/ˈtɹʌbəlsəm/ in IPA).

How do you use “troublesome” in a sentence?

Here is “troublesome” used in a sentence: “The troublesome printer jammed again halfway through the report.”

What is the opposite of “troublesome”?

The opposite of “troublesome” — its antonyms — are untroublesome and nontroublesome.

What part of speech is “troublesome”?

“Troublesome” is an adjective.

Is “troublesome” a common word?

“Troublesome” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.

Nearby words

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