Synonyms of discomfort
Examples of discomfort in a Sentence
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
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Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 31 Jan. 2026
Over time, Brooks writes, outsiders tend to grow more resilient and emotionally strong—not in spite of the discomfort, but because of it.
—Rafaela Jinich, The Atlantic, 31 Jan. 2026
In the wake of Pretti's death, several Republicans expressed discomfort with ICE enforcement tactics and called for hearings and an independent investigation.
—Lexie Schapitl, NPR, 31 Jan. 2026
With osteomalacia and rickets, a person may experience throbbing bone discomfort and muscle weakness and pain.
—Mark Stibich, Verywell Health, 30 Jan. 2026
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Noun
The most common symptoms of colorectal cancer include persistent changes in bowel habits, unfinished bowel habits, rectal bleeding or blood in stool, abdominal pain or discomfort, unexplained weight loss and fatigue.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 31 Jan. 2026
Over time, Brooks writes, outsiders tend to grow more resilient and emotionally strong—not in spite of the discomfort, but because of it.
—Rafaela Jinich, The Atlantic, 31 Jan. 2026
In the wake of Pretti's death, several Republicans expressed discomfort with ICE enforcement tactics and called for hearings and an independent investigation.
—Lexie Schapitl, NPR, 31 Jan. 2026
With osteomalacia and rickets, a person may experience throbbing bone discomfort and muscle weakness and pain.
—Mark Stibich, Verywell Health, 30 Jan. 2026
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“Discomfort.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/discomfort. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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discomfort
1 of 2 verb
dis·com·fort
dis-ˈkəm(p)-fərt 
: to make uncomfortable or uneasy : distress
discomfort
2 of 2 noun
: physical or mental uneasiness
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