Meaning & Definition of word "Discomfort"

Discomfort

/dɪsˈkəmfərt/

1. a state of unease or physical discomfort; an unpleasant feeling.
- Example: She felt a deep discomfort after hearing the bad news.
2. the absence of comfort or ease; distress.
- Example: His discomfort during the long flight was evident.
3. a feeling of slight pain or undue physical stress.
- Example: After running the marathon, he experienced considerable discomfort in his legs.

1. to cause someone to feel uneasy or troubled.
- Example: The loud noises from the construction site discomforted the residents.
2. to disturb or interrupt the comfort of someone.
- Example: The unexpected visit discomforted her routine.

Middle English: from Old French desconforter (to frustrate), from des- (expressing reversal) + conforter (to comfort)

discomfort zone:

A mental state where a person feels uncomfortable or uneasy.

to feel discomfort:

To experience unease or pain, either physically or emotionally.

beyond discomfort:

A state where someone is suffering more than just mild unease.

discomforting:

Causing discomfort or unease.

uncomfortable:

In a state of discomfort; not comfortable.

distress:

Extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain.

Meaning: The ick

Example Sentence: That outfit gives me the ick, it just looks uncomfortable.

Meaning: Bad vibes

Example Sentence: There were bad vibes in the room, it was just uncomfortable.