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Divide upsetting into syllables:

up · set · ting

How to pronounce upsetting:

Synonyms for upsetting:

discomforting
disconcerting
discouraging
disquieting
distressing
disturbing
frightening
horrible
nagging
nasty
perturbing
scary
shocking
terrible
terrifying
troublesome
troubling
troublous
unsettling
worrisome

Antonyms for upsetting:

acceptable
adequate
admirable
adorable
advantageous
affirmative
agreeable
aiding
allaying
alluring
amazing
amusing
appealing
appetising
appetizing
appreciated
assisting
assuaging
assuasive
assured
astonishing
astounding
attractive
auspicious
awe-inspiring
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