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Irregular verb

upset

/ʌpˈset/

Base
upset
Past simple
upset
Past participle
upset

Usage

upset never changes form, so only the auxiliary verb or context shows whether it's past, present, or a perfect tense.

Meaning

  • to make someone worried, unhappy, or angry

Example

The sudden change upset several students.

She upset her stomach with the spicy food.

He has upset the schedule for everyone.