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Wordabulary

upset

Pronunciation
Adjective A1 Beginner

Quick answer

Feeling unhappy, worried, or annoyed because something bad happened.

"She was upset after losing her favorite necklace."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

distressed

Antonyms

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "She was _____ after losing her favorite necklace."

Answer: upset

In your own words, what does "upset" mean?

Feeling unhappy, worried, or annoyed because something bad happened.

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