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单词 discomfort
释义

discomfort

1 of 2

noun

1
: mental or physical uneasiness : annoyance
2
archaic : distress, grief

discomfort

2 of 2

verb

dis·​com·​fort dis-ˈkəm(p)-fərt How to pronounce discomfort (audio)
discomforted; discomforting; discomforts

transitive verb

1
: to make uncomfortable or uneasy
2
archaic : dismay sense 1
discomfortable
dis-ˈkəm(p)-fər-tə-bəl How to pronounce discomfort (audio)
-ˈkəm(p)f-tər-bəl
adjective

Synonyms

Verb

  • agitate
  • ail
  • alarm
  • alarum
  • bother
  • concern
  • derail
  • discompose
  • dismay
  • disquiet
  • distemper
  • distract
  • distress
  • disturb
  • exercise
  • flurry
  • frazzle
  • freak (out)
  • fuss
  • hagride
  • perturb
  • undo
  • unhinge
  • unsettle
  • upset
  • weird out
  • worry
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Example Sentences

Noun The patient is still experiencing some discomfort. These new developments are being watched with discomfort by many of our allies. Verb the harsh criticism of his musical talent did not discomfort him in the least
Recent Examples on the Web
Noun
Wells, who began a rehab assignment with High-A Aberdeen on Friday in his return from lower left side discomfort, never drank coffee until after he was selected by the Minnesota Twins in the 15th round of the 2016 draft. Andy Kostka, Baltimore Sun, 3 Sep. 2022 But because of discomfort caused by what McVay said was an unrelated issue, Jefferson underwent surgery again. Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2022 INF Miguel Rojas was a late scratch because of right wrist discomfort. Alanis Thames, Sun Sentinel, 31 Aug. 2022 Some weeks, Mark doesn’t go either because of the same discomfort that George felt. Dan Gearino, ABC News, 29 July 2022 Hendricks, 32, exited his July 5 start against the Milwaukee Brewers after three innings because of right shoulder discomfort. Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 13 July 2022 All-Star third baseman Rafael Devers also is likely to return for the Red Sox after missing three starts because of back discomfort. Creg Stephenson | Cstephenson@al.com, al, 12 July 2022 Oakland righthander Frankie Montas came out of his July 3 start against Seattle after one inning because of shoulder discomfort. Peter Abraham, BostonGlobe.com, 9 July 2022 Our Arthritis Aches & Pain Relief Ointment with active components menthol and camphor was created to allow for maximum absorption, delivering penetrating short-term arthritis pain relief from minor joint discomfort and stiffness. The Salt Lake Tribune, 24 May 2022
Verb
However, some people, including the graphic novel’s author, Art Spiegelman, believe the real reason it was removed was disinterest in or discomfort with Holocaust education on the part of Tennessee lawmakers. Helen Kapstein, The Conversation, 28 July 2022 Making sure your sock fits properly is the best way to avoid blisters or discomfort mid-hike. Emma Seymour, Good Housekeeping, 8 June 2022 This week my mind has been on the kinds of books that attempt to deliberately discomfort us by holding up those individual or societal flaws to a kind of scrutiny that is critical, even reaching toward a place of ridicule. John Warner, Chicago Tribune, 7 May 2022 Perhaps only when people are so comfortable together (the actors were roommates at Carnegie Mellon School of Drama) can discomfort be played and transcended so authentically. New York Times, 2 May 2022 And despite my own misgivings about how the medical industry treats us, about how America treats us, my desire to end this by doing the collective good is greater than my skepticism of and discomfort with it. Damon Young, Washington Post, 2 Feb. 2022 As public education becomes an ever-hotter political issue, some governors and school boards have begun banning books and curricula that some concerned citizens find objectionable or believe may cause parents or students discomfort. Peter Weber, The Week, 26 Jan. 2022 The daily spectacle of trading people and separating families had begun to discomfort the urban elite. Washington Post, 17 Jan. 2022 Coach Joe Golding uses a stifling defense that leads the nation in turnover margin to discomfort opponents and take them out of their rhythm. Scott Gleeson, USA TODAY, 21 Mar. 2021 See More

Word History

Etymology

Verb

Middle English, from Anglo-French descomforter, from des- dis- + comforter to comfort

First Known Use

Noun

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Verb

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Kids Definition

discomfort

noun

dis·​com·​fort dis-ˈkəm-fərt How to pronounce discomfort (audio)
: the condition of being uncomfortable
The dog whimpered in discomfort.

discomfort 1 of 2

verb

as in to concern
to trouble the mind of; to make uneasy the harsh criticism of his musical talent did not discomfort him in the least

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance
  • concern
  • worry
  • alarm
  • bother
  • anger
  • disturb
  • distress
  • distract
  • disquiet
  • dismay
  • upset
  • plague
  • agitate
  • unsettle
  • annoy
  • discompose
  • exercise
  • irritate
  • fuss
  • haunt
  • ail
  • flurry
  • confuse
  • distemper
  • aggravate
  • perturb
  • undo
  • weird out
  • derail
  • frazzle
  • unhinge
  • rattle
  • exasperate
  • embarrass
  • discomfit
  • hagride
  • irk
  • chafe
  • peeve
  • freak (out)
  • bug
  • alarum
  • harry
  • discourage
  • put off
  • vex
  • fluster
  • harass
  • pique
  • fret
  • put out
  • disconcert
  • gall
  • grate
  • rile
  • nettle
  • pester
  • shake up
  • get
  • mortify
  • bedevil
  • abash
  • discountenance
  • nonplus
  • confound
  • faze
  • unnerve
  • chivy
  • dispirit
  • dishearten
  • jar
  • daunt
  • chivvy
  • demoralize

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • soothe
  • alleviate
  • calm
  • settle
  • quiet
  • allay
  • assuage
  • compose
  • tranquillize
  • tranquilize
  • placate
  • mollify
  • appease
  • pacify
  • conciliate
  • propitiate
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discomfort

2 of 2

noun

1
as in unease

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • unease
  • uneasiness
  • distress
  • upset
  • embarrassment
  • chagrin
  • disquiet
  • agitation
  • perturbation
  • dismay
  • discomfiture
  • discomposure
  • mortification
  • disturbance
  • confusion
  • humiliation
  • ignominy
  • abashment
  • degradation
  • shame
  • bother
  • debasement
  • fluster
  • disgrace
  • disconcertment
  • humble pie

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • coolness
  • confidence
  • equanimity
  • assurance
  • composure
  • poise
  • aplomb
  • self-assurance
  • self-confidence
  • self-possession
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2
as in inconvenience

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • inconvenience
  • hardship
  • annoyance
  • nuisance
  • grief
  • difficulty
  • complication
  • grievance
  • challenge
  • misfortune
  • tribulation
  • rigor
  • adversity
  • tragedy
  • misadventure
  • privation
  • woe
  • trouble
  • acid test
  • mishap
  • litmus test
  • vicissitude
  • ordeal
  • affliction
  • mischance
  • asperity
  • initiation
  • baptism
  • crucible
  • cross
  • fire
  • gauntlet
  • trial
  • gantlet
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