Disconcerting: meaning, definitions and examples
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disconcerting
[ ˌdɪskənˈsɜːtɪŋ ]
feeling or causing someone to feel uneasy or worried
Causing feelings of unease or worry; unsettling.
Synonyms
alarming, disturbing, perturbing, unsettling.
Examples of usage
- The disconcerting news left everyone feeling anxious.
- His disconcerting behavior made me question his motives.
- The sudden change in plans was disconcerting for everyone involved.
Translations
Translations of the word "disconcerting" in other languages:
🇵🇹 desconcertante
🇮🇳 परेशान करने वाला
🇩🇪 beunruhigend
🇮🇩 mengganggu
🇺🇦 збентежливий
🇵🇱 niepokojący
🇯🇵 不安にさせる
🇫🇷 dérangeant
🇪🇸 desconcertante
🇹🇷 rahatsız edici
🇰🇷 당황스러운
🇸🇦 مربك
🇨🇿 znepokojující
🇸🇰 znepokojujúci
🇨🇳 令人不安的
🇸🇮 zaskrbljujoč
🇮🇸 ruglandi
🇰🇿 мазасыздандыратын
🇬🇪 შემაშფოთებელი
🇦🇿 narahat edici
🇲🇽 desconcertante
Etymology
The word 'disconcerting' originated from the late 18th century, derived from the verb 'disconcert' with the suffix -ing. It has been used to describe situations or behaviors that cause unease or confusion, often disrupting the expected state of affairs. Over time, 'disconcerting' has become a common adjective to express feelings of discomfort or worry in various contexts.
See also: concert, disconcert.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #19,065, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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- 19064 saintly
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- 19067 immeasurable
- 19068 aphid
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