mid-15c., "to set up, fix," from up (adv.) + set (v.). Similar formation in Middle Dutch opsetten "set up, propose," German aufsetzen. Modern sense of "overturn, capsize" (1803) is that of obsolete overset. In reference to the stomach, from 1834. Meaning "to throw into mental discomposure" is from 1805. Related: Upsetting.
upset (n.)
early 15c., "insurrection," from upset (v.). Meaning "overturning of a vehicle or boat" is recorded from 1804.
upset (adj.)
early 14c., "erected," past participle adjective from upset (v.). From 1805 as "distressed."
例文
1. I hope I haven 't said anything to upset you.
あなたを不快にさせるようなことを言っていないことを願っています。
2.Argentina 's erratic infration rate threatens to upset the plans.
アルゼンチンの不安定なインフレ率は、それらの計画を破壊する可能性があります。
3.It 's easy to get a tummy upset from river water.
川の水を飲むとお腹を壊しやすい。
4.After a pause Alex said sharply:"I 'm sorry if I 've upset you "
しばらく休んだ後、アレックスは遠慮せずに「あなたをいらいらさせてしまったら、申し訳ありません」と言った。She spoke haltingly of her deep upset and hurt.