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disturbed

The correct spelling is disturbed.

How to pronounce disturbed

/dɪsˈtɜːbd/
verb

IPA: /dɪsˈtɜːbd/

Say it like: Dis-tur-bed

The correct spelling is disturbed. To confuse a quiet, constant state or a calm, continuous flow, in particular: thoughts, actions or liquids. For example: "A school of fish disturbed the water."

Usage Examples

A school of fish disturbed the water.

A mudslide disturbed the course of the river.

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

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To confuse a quiet, constant state or a calm, continuous flow, in particular: thoughts, actions or liquids.
  2. 2.To divert, redirect, or alter by disturbing.
  3. 3.To have a negative emotional impact; to cause emotional distress or confusion.

adjective

  1. 1.Showing symptoms of mental illness, severe psychosis, or neurosis.
  2. 2.Extremely alarmed; shocked.

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