Something that is disturbing makes you feel worried or upset. There was something about him she found disturbing. There are disturbing reports of killings at the two centres.

5 days ago · Adjective disturbing (comparative more disturbing, superlative most disturbing) Causing distress or worry; upsetting or unsettling.

disturbing meaning, definition, what is disturbing: worrying or upsetting: Learn more.

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Definition of disturbing adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

Disturbing is an adjective used to describe something that causes distress, anxiety, discomfort, or unease, often due to it being shocking, upsetting, or unexpected.

WordReference Random House Unabridged Dictionary of American English © 2025 dis•turb•ing (di stûr′ bing), adj. upsetting or disquieting; dismaying: a disturbing increase in the crime rate.

DISTURBING definition: upsetting or disquieting; dismaying. See examples of disturbing used in a sentence.

The meaning of DISTURBING is causing feelings of worry, concern, or anxiety. How to use disturbing in a sentence.

The meaning of DISTURBING is causing feelings of worry, concern, or anxiety. How to use disturbing in a sentence.

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