Meaning & Definition of Disturb in English
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Disturb
/dɪstərb/
verb
1. Move deeply
- "This book upset me"
- "A troubling thought"
synonym:
- disturb,
- upset,
- trouble
2. Change the arrangement or position of
synonym:
- agitate,
- vex,
- disturb,
- commove,
- shake up,
- stir up,
- raise up
3. Tamper with
- "Don't touch my cds!"
synonym:
- touch,
- disturb
4. Destroy the peace or tranquility of
- "Don't interrupt me when i'm reading"
synonym:
- interrupt,
- disturb
5. Damage as if by shaking or jarring
- "Don't disturb the patient's wounds by moving him too rapidly!"
synonym:
- disturb
Examples of using
Don't disturb the others.
I didn't want to disturb Tom.
Does the cough disturb your sleep?