disturbing
Pronunciation: [dɪˈstɜːrbɪŋ]
Word
Context: “feelings”
(adjective) when something makes you feel upset, worried, or anxious. It's like when you see or hear something that doesn't feel right and it makes you uncomfortable.
Example
The movie had a disturbing scene that made everyone think about the issues in society.
Example
The story was not disturbing at all; it was really cheerful and fun.
Example
Do you find this news report disturbing?
Context: “interruption”
(verb) to stop someone from doing what they are focused on or to break their attention. It means you are making it hard for someone to concentrate or relax because you're getting in their way.
Example
She was careful not to disturb her sleeping baby.
Example
He disturbed the meeting by talking loudly and not paying attention.
Example
Did I disturb you while you were working on your project?
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