The term 'be bothered' can be broken down into four crossword solutions: MIND (4 letters), PLAGUE (6 letters), DISTRESS (8 letters), and IRRITATE (8 letters). MIND is a noun that refers to the faculty of a person's consciousness, which includes thoughts, memories, and perceptions. PLAGUE is a noun that refers to a widespread affliction or calamity, often caused by a contagious disease. DISTRESS is a noun that refers to a state of extreme difficulty, suffering, or anxiety. Finally, IRRITATE is a verb that means to provoke or annoy someone. All four words can be used to describe the feeling of being bothered.