Perturbado (en. Disturbed)
/perturˈβaðo/
Meaning & Definition
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adjective
That is in a state of mental or emotional unrest.
The child was perturbed after watching the horror movie.
El niño estaba perturbado después de ver la película de terror.
That has undergone alterations in its normal state.
The dog's behavior became perturbed after the accident.
El comportamiento del perro se volvió perturbado tras el accidente.
Refers to someone who has an unstable psychological state.
The current social situation has left many young people perturbed.
La situación social actual tiene a muchos jóvenes perturbados.
Etymology
From Latin 'perturbatus', meaning 'perturbed' or 'altered'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
perturbed by
refers to being emotionally affected by something.
perturbado por
to be perturbed
means being in a state of anguish or restlessness.
estar perturbado
emotional disturbances
sudden changes in a person's emotional state.
perturbaciones emocionales
Related Words
disturbance
Alteration of peace or order.
perturbación
to disturb
Causing unease or unrest.
perturbar
Slang Meanings
To be crazy or very confused.
You're perturbed if you think that's true.
Estás perturbado si crees que eso es verdad.
To feel very stressed or anxious.
After that test, everyone is perturbed.
Después de esa prueba, todos están perturbados.