troubled
/ˈtrʌbəld/
adjective
- Feeling worried, anxious, or upset about something.
- She looked troubled after hearing the bad news.
- The child's troubled expression made the teacher ask what was wrong.
- He was troubled by the thought of losing his job.
- Experiencing problems, difficulties, or conflict.
- The company has been troubled by financial issues for years.
- They live in a troubled neighborhood with high crime rates.
- The country's troubled history includes many wars and famines.
- Showing signs of emotional or mental distress.
- Her troubled mind could not find peace even in sleep.
- The movie portrays a troubled teenager struggling to fit in.
- He had a troubled childhood and often felt lonely.
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