Meaning & Definition of word "Discomfort"

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    Discomfort

    /dɪsˈkəmfərt/

    noun:

    • 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.

    verb:

    • 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.

    Etymology

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

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    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.

    Related Words

    discomforting:

    Causing discomfort or unease.

    uncomfortable:

    In a state of discomfort; not comfortable.

    distress:

    Extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain.

    Slang Meanings of discomfort

    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.