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upset Definition and Meaning in English (upset definition)

adjective
Synonyms:distressedbotheredworried
Quick Answer • Definition

Upset definition: Feeling unhappy, disappointed, or worried about something.

Definitions of Upset

  1. 1adjective

    Feeling unhappy, disappointed, or worried about something.

  2. 2verb

    To make someone feel unhappy, disappointed, or worried.

  3. 3noun

    An unexpected result in a competition, especially a defeat of a favored competitor.

Example Sentences

casual

“She was very upset when she heard the news.”

casual

“Don't upset the baby, he just fell asleep.”

business

“The team caused a major upset by winning against the champions.”

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Inflected Word Forms

present participleupsetting
pluralupsets
agent nounupsetter

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

upset stomachcollocation

A stomach that feels sick or uncomfortable.

upset the applecartidiom

To spoil a plan or disturb a situation.

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Upset definition: Feeling unhappy, disappointed, or worried about something.
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'Upset' translates to 'upset' in English. Upset definition: Feeling unhappy, disappointed, or worried about something.
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