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disturb
[dih-sturb]
verb (used with object)
to interrupt the quiet, rest, peace, or order of; unsettle.
to interfere with; interrupt; hinder.
Please do not disturb me when I'm working.
to interfere with the arrangement, order, or harmony of; disarrange.
to disturb the papers on her desk.
to perplex; trouble.
to be disturbed by strange behavior.
verb (used without object)
to cause disturbance to someone's sleep, rest, etc..
Do not disturb.
disturb
/ dɪˈstɜːb /
verb
to intrude on; interrupt
to destroy or interrupt the quietness or peace of
to disarrange; muddle
(often passive) to upset or agitate; trouble
I am disturbed at your bad news
to inconvenience; put out
don't disturb yourself on my account
Other Word Forms
- disturber noun
- predisturb verb (used with object)
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of disturb1
Example Sentences
The tearing down of the East Wing of the White House also seems, in this context of concern, disturbing.
“Today’s events are deeply disturbing, and should concern fans, athletes, and everyone who loves sports and values integrity and fair play,” a FanDuel spokesperson said in a statement.
One tried-and-true element is someone on the verge of doing something they shouldn’t: open that door, stare at that window, approach that disturbing figure.
Among those to speak out was Amnesty International South Africa, which said the video was "deeply disturbing" and called for "timely disciplinary action".
Nicholas Bowen KC, representing the families of the three murdered girls, suggested that the significance of two disturbing incidents in 2019 "rather got lost in the wash".
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