Vocabulary Entry

perturbed

|verb • adjective

verb

To disturb or upset the normal state or functioning of something.

Example Sentences

"The loud noise perturbed the peaceful atmosphere of the park."

"She was perturbed by the unexpected news of her friend's illness."

"His constant interruptions perturbed the flow of the meeting."

adjective

Example Sentences

"He had a perturbed expression on his face after hearing the news."

"The perturbed child couldn't focus on his homework due to the chaos around him."

"She felt perturbed by the ambiguous response she received from her boss."