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upset

verb
/ʌpˈset/

Meaning

to make someone worried, sad, or angry; to disturb
To make someone unhappy, worried, or angry.

Example Sentences

The bad news upset everyone.

The news really upset her.

Example Expressions

upset the apple cart

Synonyms

disturb, worry, trouble, distress, unsettle, sadden, anger
Entry 1
disturb, worry, trouble, distress
Entry 2
disturb, unsettle, trouble, sadden, anger

Antonyms

calm, soothe, comfort
Entry 1
calm, soothe, comfort
Entry 2
comfort, soothe, calm

Collocations

upset someone, upset plans, get upset, feel upset, deeply upset, easily upset, upset stomach, upset feelings
Entry 1
upset someone, upset plans, get upset, feel upset
Entry 2
deeply upset, easily upset, upset stomach, upset feelings

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