Prepositions after Adjectives

Adjective + Preposition

Meaning

Example

angry at, about

to feel or show anger toward (or about) someone or something

I am angry about the oil spill in the ocean.

confused about

to be unable to think with clarity about someone or something.

Shawn was confused about the concepts presented at the meeting.

disappointed in, with

to feel dissatisfaction with someone or something

I was disappointed in my husband because he voted for that candidate.

dressed in

to clothe the body

He was dressed in a pin-striped suit.

happy for

to show happiness for someone or something

I was happy for my sister who graduated from college.

interested in

giving attention to something, expressing interest

I am interested in musical theater.

jealous of

to feel resentful or bitter toward someone or something (because of their status, possessions, or ability)

I was jealous of her because she always went on vacation.

thankful for

to express thanks for something

I am thankful for my wonderful friends.

tired of

to be disgusted with, have a distaste for

I was tired of driving for hours without end.

worried about

to express anxiety or worry about something

I am worried about my father’s health.