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
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Noun
One nation’s discomfort in hosting another had been clear since the group-stage draw was made last December, and an enormous security operation was deemed necessary across Oslo.—Philip Buckingham, New York Times, 12 Oct. 2025 While antibiotics eliminate the infection itself, supportive measures can ease discomfort until the medication takes effect.—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 10 Oct. 2025 The movie thrives in the discomfort of some of these big cultural conversations.—Kathleen Newman-Bremang, Refinery29, 10 Oct. 2025 During withdrawal from a substance, people feel profound emotional discomfort, including sadness and irritability.—Claire Wilcox, The Conversation, 10 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for discomfort
Word History
Etymology
Verb
Middle English, from Anglo-French descomforter, from des- dis- + comforter to comfort
Share