Definition of disturbing adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

Disturbing is an adjective used to describe something that causes distress, anxiety, discomfort, or unease, often due to it being shocking, upsetting, or unexpected.

To break up or destroy the tranquility, order, or settled state of: "Subterranean fires and deep unrest.

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WordReference Random House Unabridged Dictionary of American English © 2025 dis•turb•ing (di stûr′ bing), adj. upsetting or disquieting; dismaying: a disturbing increase in the crime rate.

The meaning of DISTURBING is causing feelings of worry, concern, or anxiety. How to use disturbing in a sentence.

DISTURBING definition: upsetting or disquieting; dismaying. See examples of disturbing used in a sentence.

5 days ago · Adjective disturbing (comparative more disturbing, superlative most disturbing) Causing distress or worry; upsetting or unsettling.

DISTURBING definition: 1. making you feel worried or upset: 2. making you feel worried or upset: . Learn more.

disturbing meaning, definition, what is disturbing: worrying or upsetting: Learn more.

DISTURBING definition: 1. making you feel worried or upset: 2. making you feel worried or upset: . Learn more.

disturbing meaning, definition, what is disturbing: worrying or upsetting: Learn more.

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