discomfort


2discomfort

noun

Definition of DISCOMFORT

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

Examples of DISCOMFORT

  1. The patient is still experiencing some discomfort.
  2. These new developments are being watched with discomfort by many of our allies.

First Known Use of DISCOMFORT

14th century

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