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   Dis·tur·bance

   /dəˈstərb(ə)ns/

   

   noun

   • 1. the interruption of a settled and peaceful condition: "a helicopter landing can cause disturbance to residents" Similar disruptiondistractioninterferencebothertroubleinconvenienceupsetannoyanceirritationinterruptionintrusionharassmentmolestationinformal:hassle
   • ▪ a breakdown of peaceful and law-abiding behavior; a riot: "the disturbances were precipitated when four men were refused bail" Similar riotfracasaffrayupheavalbrawlstreet fightmeleefree-for-alluproarcommotionrowruckusfurortumultturmoilbangaranginformal:ructionhullabaloorumpusafters
   • ▪ the disruption of healthy functioning: "her severe mental disturbance was diagnosed as schizophrenia" Similar troubleperturbationdistressconcernworryupsetagitationdiscomposurediscomfituredismayflusteralarmneurosisillnesssicknessdisordercomplaintbewildermentperplexityrare:disconcertiondisconcertmentOpposite stability
   • ▪ a local variation from normal or average wind conditions, usually a small tornado or cyclone.
   • ▪ interference with rights or property; molestation.

   Word Origin Middle English: from Old French destourbance, from destourber (see disturb).

   Scrabble Points: 16

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   The meaning of DISTURBANCE is the act of disturbing someone or something : the state of being disturbed. How to use disturbance in a sentence.

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   DISTURBANCE meaning: 1. something that interrupts someone or makes someone feel worried: 2. violence or trouble: 3. to…. Learn more.

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   DISTURBANCE definition: 1. something that interrupts someone or makes someone feel worried: 2. violence or trouble: 3. to…. Learn more.

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   A disturbance is a noisy commotion that causes a hubbub or interruption. It can also be a worried mental state.

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   something that disturbs. an outbreak of disorder; a breach of public peace: Political disturbances shook the city. Synonyms: riot, tumult, confusion. Meteorology. any cyclonic storm or low-pressure area, usually a small one. Geology. a crustal movement of moderate intensity, somewhat restricted in area.

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   n. 1. the act of disturbing or the state of being disturbed. 2. an interruption or intrusion. 3. an unruly outburst or tumult. 4. (Law) law an interference with another's rights. 5. (Geological Science) geology. a. a minor movement of the earth causing a small earthquake.

8. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishdisturbance noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   disturbance. [uncountable, countable, usually singular] actions that make you stop what you are doing, or that upset the normal state that something is in; the act of disturbing somebody/something or the fact of being disturbed. The building work is creating constant noise, dust and disturbance.

9. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishDISTURBANCE definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   A disturbance is an incident in which people behave violently in public. During the disturbance which followed, three Englishmen were hurt. ...the worst of last September's disturbances. Disturbance means upsetting or disorganizing something which was previously in a calm and well-ordered state.

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    DISTURBANCE definition: 1. something that interrupts what you are doing, especially something loud or annoying 2. loud or…. Learn more.

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    Jun 2, 2024 · disturbance (countable and uncountable, plural disturbances) The act of disturbing, being disturbed. Something that disturbs.