perturbing
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /pərˈtɜːrbɪŋ/
KK: /pərˈtɜrbɪŋ/
adjective
Definition
Causing feelings of worry or unease; making someone feel disturbed or anxious.
Example
The news about the storm was quite perturbing for the residents.
Conversation
Did you hear about the news today?
Yeah, it was really perturbing to see that happen.
I know, right? It makes you worry about what might come next.
Exactly, I just hope things get better soon.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
disturbing
troubling
unsettling
Antonyms
calming
reassuring
soothing
verb
Definition
To disturb or unsettle someone or something, causing anxiety or worry.
Example
The news of the storm was perturbing to the residents of the coastal town.
Tense Forms
Past: perturbed
Past Participle: perturbed
Conversation
I watched that new horror movie last night, and it was really perturbing.
Oh no, I can't handle scary movies! What was so disturbing about it?
There were a lot of unexpected twists that kept perturbing me throughout the film.
Root Explanation
Perturbing → It is formed from "per-" (meaning through or completely) and "turbare" (meaning to disturb or confuse). The word "perturbing" means completely disturbing or causing confusion.
Memory Tip
Think of something that disturbs you 'completely' ('per-') — that's why perturbing means it causes a strong disturbance.
Visually Confused Words
perduring
perstringe