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PERTURB

(verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Perturb.

How to pronounce perturb:

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Perturb - as a verb

Disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried or alarmed

Example: "She was rather perturbed by the news that her father was seriously ill"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
carkdisorderdisquietdistracttroubleunhinge
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
disturbtroubleupset
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Disturb or interfere with the usual path of an electron or atom

Example: "The electrons were perturbed by the passing ion"

Cause a celestial body to deviate from a theoretically regular orbital motion, especially as a result of interposed or extraordinary gravitational pull

Example: "The orbits of these stars were perturbed by the passings of a comet"

Throw into great confusion or disorder

Example: "Fundamentalists threaten to perturb the social order"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
derangethrow out of kilter

Example Sentences

"The loud noise from the construction site perturbed the students during their exam."
"Her constant interruptions perturb me when I'm trying to concentrate."
"He tried not to let the negative comments perturb him and stayed focused on his goals."
"The sudden change in schedule perturbed the entire team and caused confusion."
"The unexpected email from his ex-girlfriend perturbed him and brought back painful memories."
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Word Game Points

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

PERTURB has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is PERTURB a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, perturb is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PERTURB has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is PERTURB a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, perturb is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PERTURB has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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