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disturbance
[ dih-stur-buhns ]
noun
- the act of disturbing. disturbing.
Synonyms: ,
- an instance of this; commotion.
Antonyms:
- something that disturbs.
- an outbreak of disorder; a breach of public peace:
Political disturbances shook the city.
Synonyms: , ,
- Meteorology. any cyclonic storm or low-pressure area, usually a small one.
- Geology. a crustal movement of moderate intensity, somewhat restricted in area.
disturbance
/ ɪˈɜːəԲ /
noun
- the act of disturbing or the state of being disturbed
- an interruption or intrusion
- an unruly outburst or tumult
- law an interference with another's rights
- geology
- a minor movement of the earth causing a small earthquake
- a minor mountain-building event
- meteorol a small depression
- psychiatry a mental or emotional disorder
Other Word Forms
- ԴDzd·ٳܰaԳ noun
- d·ٳܰaԳ noun
Word History and Origins
Origin of disturbance1
Example Sentences
Mr Pyke fell to the ground and attempted to kick away Felton before being helped by colleagues who heard the disturbance.
The prosecutor said a neighbour heard sounds of an on-and-off disturbance.
"If the potassium level is above six it can cause problems with the heart and heart rhythm disturbances that could potentially prove to be fatal," Dr Shah said.
A disturbance had first broken out close to 18:00 BST involving the three defendants and at least two other men.
Emergency services were called to the scene at about 17:20 BST following reports of a disturbance and a cordon remains in place while the investigation continues.
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