disturbing
/dɪsˈtɜː.bɪŋ/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Meaning · English
Causing distress or worry; upsetting or unsettling.
Adjective
Examples
A disturbing film that tries to explore the mind of a serial killer.
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 “disturbing” mean?
Causing distress or worry; upsetting or unsettling.
Is “disturbing” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.