What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
perturb
Example
The news of the accident perturbed her greatly. [perturbed: verb]
Example
The sudden change in plans perturbed the entire team. [perturbed: adjective]
unsettle
Example
The strange noises in the house unsettled her. [unsettled: verb]
Example
The unsettling news left everyone feeling uneasy. [unsettling: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Unsettle is more commonly used than perturb in everyday language. Unsettle is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while perturb is less common and tends to be used in more formal contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between perturb and unsettle?
Perturb is typically associated with a more formal tone, while unsettle is more versatile and can be employed in both formal and informal contexts.
