Upset ( verb , adjective )

(As a verb)

Upset ( verb )

1. To disrupt the balance or stability of.
2. To cause to feel unhappy or worried.
3. To defeat (a team or competitor) unexpectedly.

Origin:

Early 16th century (as a noun in the sense "overturning, overthrow"): from up- "over" + set.

Examples:

1. He upset the apple cart.
2. She was upset by the news.
3. The team upset the favorites.
4. The result of the game upset the predictions.
5. The decision upset the plans.

(As an adjective)

Upset ( adjective )

1. To disrupt the balance or stability of.
2. To cause to feel unhappy or worried.
3. To defeat (a team or competitor) unexpectedly.

Origin:

Early 16th century (as a noun in the sense "overturning, overthrow"): from up- "over" + set.

Examples:

1. He upset the apple cart.
2. She was upset by the news.
3. The team upset the favorites.
4. The result of the game upset the predictions.
5. The decision upset the plans.