Synonyms for Trouble
Definition of trouble
noun
- a source of difficulty; "one trouble after another delayed the job"; "what's the problem?"
- an angry disturbance; "he didn't want to make a fuss"; "they had labor trouble"; "a spot of bother"
- an event causing distress or pain; "what is the trouble?"; "heart trouble"
20 synonyms found
Writing tips for "trouble"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like afflict, ail, bother can replace "trouble" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 20 alternatives available, "trouble" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Trouble" in song lyrics
See how trouble is used in real songs:
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"The 24 track is mines, you're in trouble"
415 — Call it What You Want 2 -
"in a Lex bubble, sayin it was footage from the night before the trouble"
7L & Esoteric — Rest in Peace -
"I don't want no motherfuckin' trouble"
Above The Law f/ MC Ren — Process of Elimination (Untouchakickamurdaqtion)