Bugged

Bugged can have multiple meanings, primarily stemming from the concept of being annoyed, bothered, or infested. It can describe a state of feeling irritated or frustrated by someone or something. It can also mean being plagued or affected by something undesirable. Furthermore, it can be used in a colloquial sense to describe a state of being monitored secretly, especially with hidden listening devices (as in having your phone 'bugged'). Finally, it can relate to the informal expression of being extremely interested or obsessed with something.

Bugged meaning with examples

• The incessant dripping of the leaky faucet had bugged him for hours, driving him nearly mad with frustration. The noise was a constant, irritating presence.
• Ever since the neighbor's dog started barking at all hours, Sarah has been completely bugged; the dog's barking has significantly impacted her ability to sleep.
• The detectives suspected their target's office might be bugged, so they met in a secure location to discuss their sensitive case details and their next steps.
• After his team lost the championship game, the coach was extremely bugged with his player's poor performance and their uncharacteristic lack of effort.
• From the moment he heard the song on the radio, the catchy tune bugged in his head. He found himself humming it constantly and could not seem to get rid of it.