Discomfort: meaning, definitions and examples

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discomfort

[ dɪsˈkʌmfət ]

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feeling

Discomfort is a feeling of unease or mild pain, either physically or emotionally. It can be caused by various factors such as illness, stress, or uncomfortable surroundings.

Synonyms

awkwardness, pain, uneasiness

Examples of usage

I felt a sense of discomfort in my stomach after eating the spicy food.
She experienced discomfort in her lower back after sitting for long hours at her desk.
The discomfort of loneliness can be overwhelming at times.

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situation

Discomfort can also refer to a situation where someone feels uneasy or out of place.

Synonyms

awkwardness, tension, unease

Examples of usage

There was a palpable discomfort in the room as they discussed the sensitive topic.
The discomfort of being the only stranger in a group of friends can be daunting.

Translations

Translations of the word "discomfort" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desconforto

🇮🇳 असुविधा

🇩🇪 Unbehagen

🇮🇩 ketidaknyamanan

🇺🇦 дискомфорт

🇵🇱 dyskomfort

🇯🇵 不快感 (fukaikan)

🇫🇷 inconfort

🇪🇸 incomodidad

🇹🇷 rahatsızlık

🇰🇷 불편함 (bulpyeonham)

🇸🇦 انزعاج

🇨🇿 nepohodlí

🇸🇰 nepohodlie

🇨🇳 不适 (bùshì)

🇸🇮 nelagodje

🇮🇸 óþægindi

🇰🇿 ыңғайсыздық

🇬🇪 დისკომფორტი

🇦🇿 narahatlıq

🇲🇽 incomodidad

Word origin

The word 'discomfort' originated from the combination of the prefix 'dis-' meaning 'lack of' or 'not' and the word 'comfort' meaning 'a state of physical ease and freedom from pain or constraint'. The earliest recorded use of 'discomfort' dates back to the 15th century, where it was used to describe a lack of comfort or a feeling of unease. Over time, the word evolved to encompass both physical and emotional discomfort, becoming a common term in everyday language.