disconcerting

[ˌdɪskənˈsɜːtɪŋ]

disconcerting Definition

  • 1causing one to feel unsettled
  • 2disturbing one's composure

Using disconcerting: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "disconcerting" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The disconcerting news made her anxious.

  • Example

    His behavior was disconcerting and unexpected.

  • Example

    The sudden change in plans was disconcerting for everyone.

  • Example

    The disconcerting silence made him uneasy.

disconcerting Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for disconcerting

Phrases with disconcerting

  • a smile that is unsettling or disturbing

    Example

    He gave her a disconcerting smile that made her feel uneasy.

  • a look that is unsettling or disturbing

    Example

    She gave him a disconcerting look that made him feel uncomfortable.

  • an effect that is unsettling or disturbing

    Example

    The disconcerting effect of the music made the audience feel uneasy.

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Summary: disconcerting in Brief

The term 'disconcerting' [ˌdɪskənˈsɜːtɪŋ] describes something that causes one to feel unsettled or disturbs one's composure. It can refer to news, behavior, or silence that makes one anxious or uneasy. Phrases like 'disconcerting smile' and 'disconcerting look' describe unsettling facial expressions, while 'disconcerting effect' refers to an unsettling impact.