Troublesome

Pronunciation: /ˈtrʌbəlsəm/

Definitions of troublesome

adjective causing difficulty or annoyance; troublesome is used to describe something that causes problems or is difficult to deal with

Example Sentences

A1 The math problem was troublesome for the students.

A2 The troublesome child kept interrupting the class.

B1 Finding a solution to the technical issue proved troublesome.

B2 The troublesome employee was causing disruptions in the workplace.

C1 Dealing with the troublesome situation required careful planning and strategy.

C2 The troublesome legal case posed a challenge for even the most experienced lawyers.

Examples of troublesome in a Sentence

formal The troublesome issue has been brought to the attention of the board of directors.

informal Dealing with my troublesome neighbor has been a real headache.

slang I can't stand that troublesome dude, he's always causing drama.

figurative Her troublesome past haunted her like a shadow, always lurking nearby.

Grammatical Forms of troublesome

• past tense: troublesomed
• plural: troublesomes
• comparative: more troublesome
• superlative: most troublesome
• present tense: troublesome
• future tense: will be troublesome
• perfect tense: have troubled
• continuous tense: is troubling
• singular: troublesome
• positive degree: troublesome
• infinitive: to trouble
• gerund: troubling
• participle: troubled

Origin and Evolution of troublesome

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'troublesome' originated from the Middle English word 'troublesom' which was derived from the Old French word 'troubleus' meaning causing trouble or difficulty.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'troublesome' has retained its meaning of causing difficulty or annoyance, but its usage has expanded to describe anything that is problematic or bothersome.