disturbance

Meanings

• noun

  A state of disrupted peace or quiet; an interference or obstruction.

  - "The noise from the construction site caused a disturbance."
  - "The calm waters were disturbed by the sudden storm."

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Pronunciation

1. /dɪˈstɝbn̩s/
   
   
   
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Antonyms

calmness

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with disturbance
nervous , curious , perverse , hearse , verse , rehearse

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Homophones

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1. disturbance (English) : A state of disrupted peace or quiet; an interference or obstruction.
   

2. disturbance (Scots) : A disturbance, a tumult; uproar; commotion.
   

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Variants

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disturbance , disturbance of the peace , disturbances

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Forms

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disturbs, disturbed, disturbing

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Etymology

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From Old French 'disturber' meaning 'to trouble, to disturb'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'disturbance' was first used in English in the 14th century.

2. In astronomy, a disturbance in the orbits of planets is called a perturbation.

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Related Concepts

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1. disruption: A disruption is a sudden interruption or delay in the normal flow of events or processes.

2. obstruction: An obstruction is something that blocks or prevents the normal flow or progress of something.

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Culture

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In literature, disturbance is often used to describe a disruption in the status quo, leading to conflict and tension. In art, it can refer to the use of chaotic or disjointed elements to challenge the viewer's perception. In music, disturbance can refer to the use of dissonant or discordant sounds.

How to Memorize "disturbance"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a calm lake being disturbed by a stone being thrown into it, causing ripples and waves.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'disturbance' with the idea of a disruption or interruption.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'disturbance' by thinking of the 'U' in 'disturbance' representing 'upset' or 'unrest'.

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