disconcerting
Americanadjective
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disturbing to one's composure or self-possession; upsetting, discomfiting.
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confusing, usually in the face of something totally unexpected; perplexing.
adjective
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- disconcertingly adverb
- disconcertingness noun
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While such an effect is highly unlikely and would probably be a tad disconcerting, Ms Mansfield says polynucleotides are forging the way when it comes to regenerative skincare.
From BBC
It was disconcerting to read that the article’s point person had started another Alzheimer’s advocacy organization and, as with the others, is receiving financial support from the manufacturers of the new drugs.
From Washington Post
At one disconcerting moment, my visor was covered and my hands were placed on a rope, which was used to guide me deeper into the various realms of heartbreak explored by the show.
From Los Angeles Times
After a lifetime of constant pain, it was disconcerting to have none.
From Washington Post
For nonprofit managers, the prospect of a union can be disconcerting.
From New York Times
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