upset


Definition: Meaning of, upset in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ʌpˈsɛt /

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  1. [not before noun] unhappy and worried because something unpleasant or disappointing has happened
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  2. be upset with somebody if you are upset with someone, you are angry and annoyed with them
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  3. upset stomach an illness that affects the stomach and makes you feel sick
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upset upset upset
Present Participle Third Person Singular
upsetting upsets
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  1. make somebody unhappy to make someone feel unhappy or worried
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  2. change something to change a plan or situation in a way that causes problems
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  3. make something fall to push something over without intending to
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  4. defeat to defeat an opponent who is considered to be much better than you
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  5. upset the apple cart informal to completely spoil someone's plans
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upset upsets
  1. [uncountable and countable] worry and unhappiness caused by an unexpected problem
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  2. [countable] when a person or team defeats an opponent who is considered to be much better than them
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  3. stomach upset an illness that affects the stomach and makes you feel sick
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upset used in phrases

  • stomach upset (noun)
    1. a disorder of digestive function characterized by discomfort, heartburn or nausea
  • upset price (noun)
    1. auction the minimum price at which a seller of property will entertain bids
  • upset stomach (noun)
    1. a disorder of digestive function characterized by discomfort, heartburn or nausea
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