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Definition upset in British English

upset noun

noun
/ˈʌpset/
1

an occasion when someone defeats an opponent who is considered to be better than them

Example

It was one of the biggest upsets of the tournament.

Synonyms and related words
grand slam victory win
2

an illness that affects your stomach, usually caused by something that you have eaten or drunk

Example

a stomach/tummy upset

Synonyms and related words
illness disease sickness
3

a feeling of sadness, worry, or anger

Synonyms and related words
sadness depression grief worry concern stress
3.1

something that makes you feel sad, worried, or angry

Definition upset in British English