word
Bother
BAH-thur
/ˈbɑːðɜːr/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
bother
Dictionary meaning
Something or someone that causes trouble.
Examples
- They bothered me with inane questions.
- The riddle bothers them.
Synonyms: annoyance
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