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DISTURBING

(adj.sat, verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Disturbing.

Disturbing - as an adjective satellite

Causing distress or worry or anxiety

Example: "Distressing (or disturbing) news"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
distressfuldistressingperturbingtroublingworrisomeworrying

Disturbing - as a verb

To confuse a quiet, constant state or a calm, continuous flow, in particular: thoughts, actions or liquids.

Example: "A school of fish disturbed the water."

To divert, redirect, or alter by disturbing.

Example: "A mudslide disturbed the course of the river."

To have a negative emotional impact; to cause emotional distress or confusion.

Example: "A disturbing film that tries to explore the mind of a serial killer."

Disturbing - as an adjective

Causing distress or worry; upsetting or unsettling.

Example Sentences

"The disturbing news unsettled the whole community."
"I couldn't sleep after watching that disturbing horror movie."
"His disturbing behavior raised concerns among his friends."
"The documentary shed light on the disturbing reality of child labor."
"The images in the article were highly disturbing and graphic."
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Word Game Points

Is DISTURBING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, disturbing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DISTURBING has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is DISTURBING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, disturbing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DISTURBING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is DISTURBING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, disturbing is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DISTURBING has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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