What does UPSET mean?

Upset

Parts of Speech: Verb, adjective, noun

Definition: As a verb, to upset means to disturb or cause emotional distress. As an adjective, upset means to be disturbed or agitated. As a noun, upset refers to a state of emotional or physical disturbance.

Pronunciations: US: /ʌpˈsɛt/; UK: /ʌpˈsɛt/

Origin and Usage: The word upset comes from the Old English word "upsettan," which means "to overturn." The word has been used in English since the 14th century. The verb form of upset is commonly used to describe a state of emotional distress or to describe someone who has caused such distress. The adjective form of upset is used to describe someone who is emotionally agitated or disturbed. The noun form of upset is used to describe a state of emotional or physical disturbance.

Synonyms: Agitate, disturb, perturb, unsettle, ruffle

Related Words: Turps, setup, erupt, usurp, stupa

Example Sentences:

• As a verb: She was upset by the news of her friends illness.
• As an adjective: He was upset about the cancellation of his flight.
• As a noun: The loss of the game was a big upset for the team.