disconcert
verb (used with object)
to disturb the self-possession of; perturb; ruffle.
was disconcerting
-
past progressiveof disconcert.past progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that was happening at a specific time in the past.
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Given the amount of time I spend online talking to colleagues — about the news, story ideas, occasionally “Love Is Blind” — it was disconcerting stripping those communications of any personality.
From New York Times ● May 7, 2023
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 ● May 1, 2023
In her conclusion, Ms Jones said it was "disconcerting to hear of David being in such frequent discomfort when the solution could have been more straightforward if a doctor's directions had been followed".
From BBC ● Mar. 31, 2023
That was disconcerting news in the midst of the holiday shopping season.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 15, 2022
The effect was disconcerting, dizzying; her too-tight beaded slippers seemed to float in midair.
From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo
