Disturb: meaning, definitions and examples

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disturb

[ dɪˈstɜːrb ]

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intransitive

To interrupt the normal function or course of something, especially by causing a disturbance.

Synonyms

disrupt, interrupt, unsettle

Examples of usage

The loud noise disturbed my concentration.
The phone call disturbed her peaceful evening.

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transitive

To interfere with the mental or emotional state of someone; to make uneasy or anxious.

Synonyms

perturb, upset, worry

Examples of usage

The news report disturbed many viewers.
His behavior disturbed his colleagues.

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countable

An interruption of a settled and peaceful condition; a disruption.

Synonyms

commotion, disruption, turmoil

Examples of usage

The loud music was a disturb to the neighbors.
The protest caused a disturb in the city.

Translations

Translations of the word "disturb" in other languages:

🇵🇹 perturbar

🇮🇳 परेशान करना

🇩🇪 stören

🇮🇩 mengganggu

🇺🇦 турбувати

🇵🇱 zakłócać

🇯🇵 邪魔する (jama suru)

🇫🇷 déranger

🇪🇸 molestar

🇹🇷 rahatsız etmek

🇰🇷 방해하다 (banghaehada)

🇸🇦 يزعج

🇨🇿 rušit

🇸🇰 vyrušovať

🇨🇳 打扰 (dǎrǎo)

🇸🇮 motiti

🇮🇸 trufla

🇰🇿 мазалау

🇬🇪 შეფერხება

🇦🇿 narahat etmək

🇲🇽 molestar

Word origin

The word 'disturb' originated from the Latin word 'disturbare', which meant 'to throw into disorder'. It has been used in the English language since the 14th century. Over the years, its meaning has evolved to encompass various forms of interruption, interference, and disruption.