bummer

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Noun bummer has 2 senses

bummer - an experience that is irritating or frustrating or disappointing; "having to stand in line so long was a real bummer"
--₁ is a kind of irritation, annoyance, vexation, botheration
bummer - a bad reaction to a hallucinogenic drug
--₂ is a kind of effect

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Bummer

Part of Speech: noun

Sense: 1

Definition: A disappointing or unpleasant situation or event.

Sample Sentence: Going to the beach and finding out it's raining was such a bummer.

Sense: 2

Definition: A person who is depressing or brings sadness to others.

Sample Sentence: Don't invite Susan to the party, she's always a bummer and brings everyone down.

Sense: 3

Definition: A setback or difficulty.

Sample Sentence: Failing the exam was a real bummer, but I'll study harder next time.