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Meaning of bugbear

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

bugbear

Pronunciation:/ˈbʌɡ.bɛə(ɹ)//ˈbʌɡ.bɛɚ/

noun

Definitions

  1. An ongoing problem; a recurring obstacle or adversity.

  2. A source of dread; resentment; or irritation.

    Synonyms:pet peeve

  3. An imaginary creature meant to inspire fear in children.

    Synonyms:goblin

verb

Definitions

  1. To alarm with idle phantoms.

Sources:https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/bugbear

Related words

bogeymanboogeymanbugabooboogerogrebanebug-bearbogey