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UK/["/ˈtrʌbld/"]/US/["/ˈtrʌbld/"]/

Meaning of Troubled

worried and anxious

In simple words: having problems or difficulties

Troubled in a sentence

  • She looked into his troubled face.
  • She still felt vaguely troubled by it all.
  • a troubled marriage
  • We live in **troubled times**.
  • a singer with an extremely troubled past
  • financially troubled companies

How to use Troubled

Use 'troubled' to describe people or situations facing issues. Avoid using it in overly casual contexts, as it can sound heavy or serious.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of a 'trouble maker' who causes problems.

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Synonyms for Troubled

Opposites of Troubled

Common mistakes with Troubled

  • Confusing with 'trouble' as a verb or noun.
  • Using it to describe things that are not serious, like a minor inconvenience.
  • Mistakenly thinking it only refers to emotional issues.

Compare Troubled with Worried, Concerned, Anxious

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Frequently asked questions about Troubled

What does Troubled mean?

having problems or difficulties

What is the definition of Troubled?

worried and anxious

How do you use Troubled in a sentence?

She looked into his troubled face.

Can you give another example of Troubled?

She still felt vaguely troubled by it all.

What are synonyms for Troubled?

Common alternatives include distressed, worried, concerned, anxious, bothered.

What is the opposite of Troubled?

Opposite meanings include untroubled, content, calm.

What words go with Troubled?

It commonly pairs with be, feel, look, extremely, fairly, very, at, by, be, feel, look, extremely, fairly, very, at, by.

What are common mistakes when using Troubled?

Confusing with 'trouble' as a verb or noun. Using it to describe things that are not serious, like a minor inconvenience. Mistakenly thinking it only refers to emotional issues.

How do you pronounce Troubled?

US: /["/ˈtrʌbld/"]/, UK: /["/ˈtrʌbld/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Troubled?

Use 'troubled' to describe people or situations facing issues. Avoid using it in overly casual contexts, as it can sound heavy or serious.

What CEFR level is Troubled?

"Troubled" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.