upset
🇬🇧 UK/ʌp'set/🇺🇸 US
NGSL 3kIELTSTOEFLA2
Definitions
v.
To make someone angry, distressed, or unhappy; to disturb or disrupt something; to tip or overturn.
使心烦意乱;打乱;弄翻
adj.
Feeling angry, distressed, or unhappy; feeling sick or nauseated.
心烦的;难过的;肠胃不适的
n.
An unexpected defeat of a favored competitor; a disturbance or disruption.
意外的失败;混乱;不安
🧩 Root Breakdown
Native Englishupother
+
setother
=upset
Common Collocations
- 1.upset stomach胃部不适
- 2.upset the balance打破平衡
Example Sentences
- 1.
She was upset when she heard the disappointing news about her job application.
- 2.
The unexpected loss upset the team's hopes of winning the championship.
- 3.
The plan to upset the market leader requires innovative strategies and strong execution.