Disturbance Definition & Meaning
disturbance
- noun
- activity that is a malfunction, intrusion, or interruption; "the term `distress' connotes some degree of perturbation and emotional upset"; "he looked around for the source of the disturbance"; "there was a disturbance of neural function"
- an unhappy and worried mental state; "there was too much anger and disturbance"; "she didn't realize the upset she caused me"
- a disorderly outburst or tumult; "they were amazed by the furious disturbance they had caused"
- a noisy fight
- the act of disturbing something or someone; setting something in motion
- (psychiatry) a psychological disorder of thought or emotion; a more neutral term than mental illness
- electrical or acoustic activity that can disturb communication
"Disturbance" in song lyrics
See how disturbance is used in real songs:
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"Crash test ideologies, catalog alien doctrines type disturbance"
Aesop Rock — Same Space -
"No insurance, flee the scene with no disturbance"
Bronze Nazareth — Bended Knee to the Man Upstairs -
"Mr. Perfect, cause a disturbance"
Pacewon f/ Wyclef Jean — It's Yours
Words that rhyme with disturbance
Usage tips for "disturbance"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "disturbance" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for disturbance to find words that pair well.
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