perturb

[per-turb]

perturb Definition

• 1. to make someone anxious or unsettled
• 2. to disturb the regularity of something

Using perturb: Examples

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

• Example

  The loud noise from the construction site perturbed the residents.

• Example

  The unexpected news perturbed him greatly.

• Example

  The malfunctioning equipment perturbed the smooth operation of the factory.

perturb Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for perturb

• bother
• disconcert
• disquiet
• distress
• unsettle

Antonyms for perturb

• calm
• comfort
• compose

Phrases with perturb

• not perturb oneself

  to not worry or be bothered by something

  Example

  She decided not to perturb herself with the negative comments on social media.

• perturb the peace

  to cause a disturbance or disruption to a peaceful situation

  Example

  The protesters were warned not to perturb the peace during the demonstration.

• slightly perturbed

  to be slightly anxious or unsettled

  Example

  She was slightly perturbed by the strange noise coming from the basement.

Origins of perturb

from Old French 'perturber', from Latin 'perturbare', meaning 'to throw into confusion'

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Summary: perturb in Brief

The verb 'perturb' [per-turb] means to make someone anxious or unsettled, or to disturb the regularity of something. It is often used in situations where there is a disruption to a peaceful or calm environment, such as 'The loud noise from the construction site perturbed the residents.' 'Perturb' can also be used in phrases like 'not perturb oneself,' meaning to not worry about something, and 'slightly perturbed,' indicating a mild level of anxiety or unease.