What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
discomposed
Example
She was discomposed by the unexpected news. [discomposed: verb]
Example
The discomposed look on his face gave away his nervousness. [discomposed: adjective]
perturb
Example
The loud noises from the construction site perturbed her concentration. [perturbed: verb]
Example
He was perturbed by the sudden change in plans. [perturbed: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Perturb is more commonly used than discomposed in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between discomposed and perturb?
Discomposed has a more formal connotation than perturb, which is more informal and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
