TROUBLES Synonyms: 239 Similar and Opposite Words

troubles 1 of 2

noun

plural of trouble

as in ailments

an abnormal state that disrupts a plant's or animal's normal bodily functioning hoping that the doctor will be able to accurately diagnose my trouble

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

as in threats

something that may cause injury or harm that wild dog is trouble, so stay away

Synonyms & Similar Words

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

as in problems

something that requires thought and skill for resolution the police officers first broke up the fight and then asked what the trouble was

Synonyms & Similar Words

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

as in efforts

the active use of energy in producing a result please, don't go to all that trouble just for me

Synonyms & Similar Words

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

troubles

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of trouble

as in worries

to experience concern or anxiety don't trouble about me—I'll be fine

Synonyms & Similar Words

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

as in inconveniences

to cause discomfort to or trouble for I hate to trouble you, but would you mind moving for a minute so I can sweep under your chair?

Synonyms & Similar Words

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Recent Examples of troubles

Noun

This latest request reflects the ongoing congressional interest in the Tate brothers, whose legal troubles span several countries. — Allison Degrushe, StyleCaster, 24 July 2026 Put simply, Trump’s diarrhea troubles are likely only getting started. — Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 23 July 2026 After facing financial troubles and being acquired, the company is shifting its focus from just controlling devices to offering a hassle-free smart home experience. — Paul Lamkin, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026 Tarwater, who previously served as a county legislator for nearly 30 years, also said Abarca should have stepped back or been removed as chair by the Legislature months ago because of his legal troubles. — Dylan Lysen, Kansas City Star, 21 July 2026 In fact, during the summer months, Nashville and Jamaica share a time zone, not to mention a reputation as good places for visitors to come and drink their troubles away. — Kelefa Sanneh, New Yorker, 19 July 2026 As May’s troubles deepened last fall and winter, Elyse prepared for the day her daughter would turn 18. — Jo Yurcaba, NBC news, 18 July 2026 Midtown Sundries’ in Cornelius closed in 2010 after 12 years in business, citing declining sales and financial troubles involving its landlord, WCNC reported. — Evan Moore july 17, Charlotte Observer, 17 July 2026 Last year’s delays and separate calculation troubles meant some governments weren’t being paid until December, January or later. — A.d. Quig, Chicago Tribune, 16 July 2026

Verb

One death especially, that of his young cousin Sinon (Elliot Page), troubles him most of all. — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 15 July 2026 The asymmetry—Anthropic penalized while OpenAI was not—is what troubles him most. — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 24 June 2026 But what really troubles him is something larger. — Clay Chandler, semafor.com, 19 June 2026 There’s something that troubles her about this. — Literary Hub, 18 June 2026 What troubles me most is the speed. — Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 June 2026 What troubles me most about the manosphere documentary is not the influencers themselves. — Steven Burg, Sun Sentinel, 5 Apr. 2026 Understanding this cold-sensing protein could one day lead to better therapies for cold hypersensitivity that often troubles people undergoing certain types of cancer chemotherapies. — Jacek Krywko, Scientific American, 25 Mar. 2026 In my experience, challenging conventions and presenting a more candid depiction of what troubles our fighting men and women — and their folks back home — brings you more credibility and appreciation than trying to spray perfume on the horrors of the battlefield. — Clarence Page, Chicago Tribune, 23 Mar. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for troubles

Noun

Aging brings humorous yet unsettling realities, from early dinner reservations to conversations shifting towards ailments.

— Jann E. Freed, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
The sneakers have earned glowing reviews from healthcare professionals and shoppers with painful foot ailments alike, lauding their comfort for standing- and walking-heavy days.

— Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 28 July 2026

Definition of ailments

Noun

Living in Alpine, Anderson has had to evacuate his home because of wildfire threats, and noted that CalFire, the county and the community learned from the fires and are much better prepared now than in the past.

— Regina Elling, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 July 2026
Starmer’s finance minister, Rachel Reeves, was ousted, replaced by John Healey, a former defense secretary who resigned in June and accused the Treasury of failing to spend enough on the military at a time of rising threats.

— ABC News, ABC News, 21 July 2026

Definition of threats

Noun

Our firm’s attorneys and professionals applaud the Community Associations Institute and its advocacy efforts for the reintroduced Act as well as other federal and state legislation aimed at helping communities with associations.

— Christyne D. Santisteban, Miami Herald, 30 July 2026
As a current legislator, Abarca has been involved in the Legislature’s efforts to get a transit sales tax on the ballot.

— Ilana Arougheti July 30, Kansas City Star, 30 July 2026

Definition of efforts

Verb

Bryant worries his neighbors simply got caught up in the wrong situation.

— Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 July 2026
Any arrangement where schools pay male athletes all or most of the money could raise Title IX, Title VII and Equal Pay Act worries.

— Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 27 July 2026

Definition of worries

Noun

Only two other councilmembers missed more meetings than Rodriguez — mayoral candidate Nithya Raman, who missed 30 meetings, and Curren Price, who missed 34 while dealing with illnesses.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 25 July 2026
But the illnesses have raised questions about the safety of a property that currently houses the two schools, food supplier Honor Foods, a veterinarian and other businesses.

— Elizabeth Robinson, NBC news, 24 July 2026

Definition of illnesses

Noun

The tragedy prompted several lawsuits, along with numerous calls to remedy the dangers and minimize speeds along that section of PCH.

— City News Service, Daily News, 27 July 2026
Some residents expressed concerns about pollution, the traffic congestion, the dangers of errant drivers around kids and the lingering aroma of frying food.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 26 July 2026

Definition of dangers

Cite this Entry

Style

“Troubles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/troubles. Accessed 31 Jul. 2026.

Copy Citation

Synonyms of troubles

noun

verb

Example Sentences

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

More from Merriam-Webster on troubles

More from Merriam-Webster

Word of the Day

comely

Popular in Grammar & Usage

7 Pairs of Commonly Confused Words

Merriam-Webster’s Great Big List of Words You Love to Hate

Is it 'nerve-racking' or 'nerve-wracking'?

Why does English have so many silent letters?

Your vs. You're: How to Use Them Correctly

Popular in Wordplay

Dutch Treat and French Leave: Eight Place-Based Compounds

14 Phobias You Probably Haven't Heard Of

The Longest Long Words List

The Words of the Week - Jul. 31

Even More Bird Names that Sound Like Insults (and Sometimes Are)

Popular

7 Pairs of Commonly Confused Words

Dutch Treat and French Leave: Eight Place-Based Compounds

14 Phobias You Probably Haven't Heard Of

Games & Quizzes