What does disturbing mean?
Disturbing means Causing distress or worry; upsetting or unsettling..
Disturbing
/dɪsˈtɜː.bɪŋ/ · adjective
Meaning
Causing distress or worry; upsetting or unsettling..
Definitions by Sense
- Causing distress or worry; upsetting or unsettling.
- present participle and gerund of disturb
Example Sentences
A disturbing film that tries to explore the mind of a serial killer.
His behaviour is very disturbing.
I corralled the judge, and we started off across the fields, in no very mild state of fear of that gentleman's wife, whose vigilance was seldom relaxed. And thus we came by a circuitous route to Mohair, the judge occupied by his own guilty thoughts, and I by others not less disturbing.
Synonyms for disturbing
Antonyms for disturbing
Related Words
Word Forms
- more disturbing
- most disturbing
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for disturbing?
Common synonyms include heavy, perturbing, worrisome, distressing.
What is the opposite of disturbing?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use disturbing in a sentence?
A disturbing film that tries to explore the mind of a serial killer.
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