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   dis·tur·bance

   /dəˈstərb(ə)ns/

   noun

   • 1. the interruption of a settled and peaceful condition: "a helicopter landing can cause disturbance to residents" Similar disruptiondistractioninterferencebothertroubleinconvenienceupsetannoyanceirritationinterruptionintrusionharassmentmolestationinformal:hassle
   • ▪ a breakdown of peaceful and law-abiding behavior; a riot: "the disturbances were precipitated when four men were refused bail" Similar riotfracasaffrayupheavalbrawlstreet fightmeleefree-for-alluproarcommotionrowruckusfurortumultturmoilbangaranginformal:ructionhullabaloorumpusafters
   • ▪ the disruption of healthy functioning: "her severe mental disturbance was diagnosed as schizophrenia" Similar troubleperturbationdistressconcernworryupsetagitationdiscomposurediscomfituredismayflusteralarmneurosisillnesssicknessdisordercomplaintbewildermentperplexityrare:disconcertiondisconcertmentOpposite stability
   • ▪ a local variation from normal or average wind conditions, usually a small tornado or cyclone.
   • ▪ interference with rights or property; molestation.

   Word Origin Middle English: from Old French destourbance, from destourber (see disturb).

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   A disturbance is a noisy commotion that causes a hubbub or interruption. It can also be a worried mental state. In hotels, people put up "Do not disturb" signs when they want to be left alone.

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   Disturbance is the act of disturbing, the state of being disturbed, or an instance of disorder or commotion. Learn more about its origin, synonyms, and usage in sentences from various sources.

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   Disturbance is the act or state of disturbing something or someone, or something that disturbs. It can also mean a disorderly outburst, a variation in wind conditions, or a geological or meteorological phenomenon.

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