Word: UPSETTING
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Definition of UPSETTING
- To make (a person) angry, distressed, or unhappy.
"Iโm sure the bad news will upset him, but he needs to know."
- To disturb, disrupt or adversely alter (something).
"Introducing a foreign species can upset the ecological balance."
- To tip or overturn (something).
- The action of the verb upset.
- Causing upset; distressing.
"He found taking his cat to the vet to be put down very upsetting."
- Conceited; presumptuous.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Like many English words, its origin likely blends multiple historical linguistic influences, though exact etymology is undetermined.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "upsetting" to secure the victory."
- โข "Please ensure you spell "upsetting" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
With its balanced structure, this word is frequently useful for maintaining board control.
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
This is a 7+ letter word. Use it as a Bingo candidate if you have the space on the board for a +50 point bonus.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 12 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 12 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 16 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is UPSETTING a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is UPSETTING worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in UPSETTING? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing UPSETTING:
- # the upsetting effect
- # master of upsetting
- # playing with upsetting
- # in terms of upsetting
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