troublesome
8 synonyms and 2 antonyms for troublesome, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Causing repeated difficulty, worry, or annoyance.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
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.
