as in to embarrass
to throw into a state of self-conscious distress
we were disconcerted by the unexpected changes to the program
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as in embarrassing
causing embarrassment
a disconcerting habit of chewing with his mouth open
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as in confusing
to throw into a state of self-conscious distress
we were disconcerted by the unexpected changes to the program
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Recent Examples of disconcert
Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 11 Aug. 2025
Having all your workplace mistakes available for all to see on a state-run database would certainly be disconcerting to most of us, a violation of our rights of privacy.
—The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 8 Aug. 2025
Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Sep. 2025
The disconcerting answer is that nobody knows.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
Dewayne Bevil, Orlando Sentinel, 19 Feb. 2025
The fact all these acquisition titles are leaving snail tracks in their quests for distributors to bring them to theaters or streaming services is disconcerting, for sure.
—Mike Fleming Jr, Deadline, 2 Feb. 2025
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Verb
The uptick in closures is particularly disconcerting given that the Irish whiskey industry had been booming as recently as two years ago.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 11 Aug. 2025
Having all your workplace mistakes available for all to see on a state-run database would certainly be disconcerting to most of us, a violation of our rights of privacy.
—The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 8 Aug. 2025
Adjective
But the evidence lately is disconcerting.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Sep. 2025
The disconcerting answer is that nobody knows.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
Verb
And disconcerting moments are in the show, such as the larger-than-life black widow spiders that dangle from the ceiling.
—Dewayne Bevil, Orlando Sentinel, 19 Feb. 2025
The fact all these acquisition titles are leaving snail tracks in their quests for distributors to bring them to theaters or streaming services is disconcerting, for sure.
—Mike Fleming Jr, Deadline, 2 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for disconcert
Adjective
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Some of the secrets in Stein’s archive are, like the contents of a laundry hamper, both poignantly human and embarrassing.—
Judith Thurman,
New Yorker,
29 Sep. 2025
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When Mitchell was done facing the music, with several cameras in his face following one of the most embarrassing plays of his career, the rest of his teammates refused to place the loss solely on him.—
James Boyd,
New York Times,
29 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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This is an uncomfortable reality, butting up against every idea of American exceptionalism.—
Hugh Kellenberger,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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The woman described being shocked and feeling uncomfortable.—
Alex Brizee,
Idaho Statesman,
2 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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In July, a Coldplay concert jumbotron captured an awkward moment after panning to an embracing couple, who promptly unlocked arms and tried to dodge the camera.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
28 Sep. 2025
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According to Fightful, Holland had an awkward landing during his match.—
Matthew Couden,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Pros Leaf raking is quiet, so there are no time constraints; Collecting leaves manually not only avoids disturbing neighbors or wildlife, is also does not cause air pollution.—
Luke Miller,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Sep. 2025
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The attack adds to a disturbing pattern of violence targeting religious communities across the United States, including the recent mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis that killed two children and injured 17 others.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Most intriguing is how these groups will be submitted among the rock, metal and alternative categories, distinctions that only get more confusing as time marches on.—
Alan Light,
HollywoodReporter,
1 Oct. 2025
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Annie and Nick Annie and Nick's path to getting engaged was winding and confusing.—
Sydney Bucksbaum,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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But the ever-reliable consumer is beginning to look shaky, courtesy of an unpleasant mix of a stagnating job market and sticky inflation.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
29 Sep. 2025
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The power is accompanied by a loud, unpleasant exhaust note.—
James Raia,
Mercury News,
28 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Abrego Garcia’s lawyers have argued that travel to Moshannon is far more difficult for members of the defense team based in Nashville, and not easier for those in New York.—
Christine Valora,
The Washington Examiner,
28 Sep. 2025
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Senator Collins has proven in the past to be able to win in very difficult environments, 2008 being an example of that.—
Andrew Stanton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Sep. 2025
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“Disconcert.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disconcert. Accessed 5 Oct. 2025.
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