Definition
bother
verb
- to annoy or trouble someone
- to make the effort to do something
- to worry or concern someone
noun
- something that causes trouble or annoyance
Examples
- The loud music bothers the neighbors.
- Don’t bother knocking; just come in.
- It bothers me that he never calls back.
- Sorry to bother you, but could you help me?
- The broken air conditioner is such a bother.
- Why bother studying if you’re not going to try?
- Does the noise bother you while you work?