Meaning & Definition of word "Disturbance"

Disturbance

/dɪsˈtɜːrbəns/

1. The interruption of a settled and peaceful condition.
- Example: The sudden disturbance in the meeting caused everyone to turn their attention.
2. A state of disorder or unrest.
- Example: The storm created a disturbance in the local community, leading to power outages.
3. An event that disrupts the normal function of a system.
- Example: The technical disturbance in the server caused a delay in processing transactions.
4. An emotional or mental upset.
- Example: The news of the accident caused a great disturbance to the family.

Middle English, from Old French 'disturberen', from Latin 'disturbare'.

disturbance of the peace:

a legal term meaning any actions that disrupt public peace

peaceful disturbance:

a term used to describe a non-violent protest or demonstration

natural disturbance:

an event in nature that disrupts ecological balance, such as a wildfire

disturb:

to interrupt the normal state or activity

disrupt:

to cause disorder or turmoil

upset:

to cause emotional distress or disturbance

Meaning: A chaotic situation or noise.

Example Sentence: That party last night was such a disturbance!

Meaning: Being overwhelmed or flustered.

Example Sentence: I was in a disturbance trying to figure out that math problem.