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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This discomfort isn't evenly distributed across all AI applications.—Caroline Castrillon, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025 Digestion slows at night and laying flat after eating can lead to physical discomforts like heartburn and reflux.—Malaka Gharib, NPR, 19 May 2025 Key Takeaways There are many over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription medicines to help ease your seasonal allergy discomfort.—Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 19 May 2025 Challenges begin to feel chaotic or confusing, and leaders face the discomfort of ambiguity.—Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 17 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for discomfort
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Verb
Middle English, from Anglo-French descomforter, from des- dis- + comforter to comfort
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