Bugbearish

Pronunciation: /ˈbəɡˈbɛɹɪʃ/

Bugbearish (adj)

  1. Showing fear of something imagined or exaggerated; treating a small problem as if it were very serious.
  2. Causing constant worry or annoyance, as if it were a threat that keeps coming back.

Bugbearish (adjective)

Examples

  • Her bugbearish fears made every small sound feel dangerous.
  • The bugbearish worry spread quickly through the group.