What does discomforting mean?
Discomforting means Causing discomfort..
Discomforting
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
Causing discomfort..
Definitions by Sense
- Causing discomfort.
- present participle and gerund of discomfort
Example Sentences
After all, disorderliness can be very discomforting and dangerous.
The authors speculated that discussions about discrimination were more discomforting than discussions instilling ethnic pride, so parents refrained from initiating such discussions unless precipitated by a specific discriminatory incident.
So now a slightly more discomforting slide is shown: one of the nurse aiming the needle toward someone's bare arm.
Synonyms for discomforting
Antonyms for discomforting
Related Words
Word Forms
- more discomforting
- most discomforting
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for discomforting?
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What is the opposite of discomforting?
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How do you use discomforting in a sentence?
After all, disorderliness can be very discomforting and dangerous.
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