Bother

noun

[ˈbɔðə(ɹ)]

Word Frequency: 7.2

Definitions

1.nounFuss, ado.

"There was a bit of bother at the hairdresser's when they couldn't find my appointment in the book."

2.nounTrouble, inconvenience.

"Yes, I can do that for you - it's no bother."

3.verbTo annoy, to disturb, to irritate.

"Would it bother you if I smoked?"

4.verbTo feel care or anxiety; to make or take trouble; to be troublesome.

"Why do I even bother to try?"

5.verbTo do something which is of negligible inconvenience.

"You didn't even bother to close the door."

6.interjectionA mild expression of annoyance.

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