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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
No iPhone glows disturbed the darkness, just snores and the thud of wheels, the occasional whoosh of a passing train tilting us to one side.
“We know the videos circulating are disturbing,” the department said in a Wednesday statement.
That this was even in question is both comical and disturbing, but I’m thankful for the outcome.
Ms Arora says she was deeply disturbed by reports of children disappearing in her area and went to meet senior police officials and the district magistrate.
It probably wasn’t everyone, but it was pervasive and disturbing, and it made an impact on me.
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