Definition

A word used to show that someone is annoyed or irritated about something.

Example

"Botheration! I forgot my keys again!"

Conversation

Oh, what a botheration this traffic is today!

I know, right? It always seems to get worse at this hour.

I just want to get home without any more botheration>.

Same here! Let's hope it clears up soon.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

The act of causing trouble or annoyance to someone, or the feeling of being disturbed or upset.

Example

The constant noise from the construction site was a real botheration for the residents.

Conversation

I had so much botheration trying to fix my computer yesterday.

That sounds frustrating! What was wrong with it?

It kept crashing, and all the updates were a real botheration too.

Root Explanation

Botheration → This word originates from the verb 'bother' (of uncertain origin, possibly from the dialectal 'bother' meaning to disturb or annoy) combined with the suffix '-ation' (meaning the action or process of). The term 'botheration' refers to the act or process of bothering or annoyance.

Memory Tip

Think of the action of 'disturbing' or 'annoying' someone, which is what 'botheration' means, combined with the '-ation' that indicates a process.

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