disturb
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: disturbs
Sense 1
to confuse a quiet, constant state or a calm, continuous flow, in particular: thoughts, actions or liquids.
Verb
Examples
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
to divert, redirect, or alter by disturbing.
Verb
Examples
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “disturb” mean?
to confuse a quiet, constant state or a calm, continuous flow, in particular: thoughts, actions or liquids.
Is “disturb” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.