Definition of Upset

emotionally troubled or stressed

Examples of Upset in a sentence

News of her father’s death caused the girl to become very upset.  🔊

Many students were upset by the news that their beloved principal would not be returning.  🔊

I was upset when learning that I did not get the promotion but have since calmed down.  🔊

Seeing the puppy hurt on the side of the road made the kind-hearted driver feel sad and upset.  🔊

Filled with grief, the widow was crying and upset during her husband’s funeral.  🔊

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