Pronunciation

/distərb/

Definitions

Noun

A disturbance or disruption, often causing annoyance or discomfort. Example: “The noise from the construction site disturbed the peace of the neighborhood.”

Verb

1. To upset or bother someone’s tranquility or routine. Example: “The sudden phone call disturbed her concentration.”
2. To cause a change or movement in something. Example: “The wind disturbed the surface of the lake.”

Adjective

Characterized by disturbance or upheaval. Example: “The stormy weather was highly disturbing for the passengers.”

Phrases

• “Disturb one’s sleep” means to cause someone to have difficulty sleeping.
• “Be disturbed by” implies being troubled or affected by something.
• “Peace was disturbed by an unexpected event.”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The news of the accident deeply disturbed the community.”
• Verb: “His calm was disturbed by the unexpected news.”
• Adjective: “The calm atmosphere was disturbed by a loud argument.”

Synonyms

• Disrupt
• Upset
• Agitate
• Intrude
• Frighten
• Alarm
• Puzzle
• Irritate
• Annoy