troubled
Translation
troubled, worried, problematic
Examples
He had a troubled expression on his face.
He had a troubled expression on his face.
She comes from a troubled background.
She comes from a troubled background.
We live in troubled times.
We live in troubled times.
Grammar Patterns
a troubled ((noun)) a (noun) showing worry or anxiety He had a troubled expression on his face.
a troubled ((noun)) a (noun) that is full of problems She comes from a troubled background.
Similar Words
Synonyms: worried, anxious, concerned, problematic
Etymology
The past participle of the verb 'to trouble', used as an adjective. It describes a state of being affected by trouble.
Memory Tips
Think of 'troubled' as being 'filled with trouble'. The '-ed' ending shows it's a state caused by something.