Synonyms_To_Perturb Flashcards
to perturb [tə pərˈtɜrb]
Meaning: To make (someone) worried or anxious. Nuance: Often used in both physical and emotional contexts, implying a disturbance that causes someone or something to be unsettled or disrupted. Example: The unexpected noises from the attic perturbed her throughout the night.
to disturb [tə dɪˈstɜrb]
Meaning: To interrupt the peaceful condition of; to bother or unsettle. Nuance: Has a broad usage spectrum, applicable to interrupting someone’s peace or rest, affecting mental calm, or physically disrupting conditions. Example: Please do not disturb the baby while she’s sleeping.
to disquiet [tə dɪsˈkwaɪət]
Meaning: To make someone worried or uneasy. Nuance: More often used in contexts that imply mental or emotional unease rather than physical disturbance. Conveys a subtle, lingering feeling of anxiety or discomfort. Example: The strange behavior of the guards disquieted the visitors.
to unnerve [tə ʌnˈnɜrv]
Meaning: To make someone lose courage or confidence. Nuance: Emphasizes the impact on one’s confidence or mental stability, often in response to an unsettling event or revelation. Example: The intensity of the interview process unnerved him, making it hard to answer the questions.
to upset [tə ʌpˈsɛt]
Meaning: To cause someone to be unhappy, disappointed, or worried. Nuance: Used broadly for situations that cause emotional turmoil or disturb the usual state of things. Example: The news of the company layoffs upset the employees deeply.
