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disturbance
nounfemininegeneral usecommon/pɨɾtuɾβɐˈsɐ̃w̃/per·tur·ba·ção
Definitions
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The act of disturbing or the state of being disturbed; an interruption of a peaceful or settled condition.
Usage examples
“The storm caused a major disturbance in air traffic.”
“The unexpected news caused deep emotional disturbance.”
Common combinations
public disturbanceemotional disturbancedisturbance of the peace
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(Psychology, Medicine) A disruption of normal physical or mental functions; a state of confusion or illness.
Usage examples
“He was diagnosed with an anxiety disorder.”
“Sleep disorders are common in the modern world.”
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Antonyms
Common combinations
mental disorderbehavioral disorderobsessive-compulsive disorder