Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

disquieting

Adjective
/dɪsˈkwaɪ.ɪt.ɪŋ/
Definition
Causing feelings of anxiety or worry.
Examples
  • The disquieting news about the economy made everyone anxious.
  • His disquieting demeanor made it hard for them to relax.
  • The film had several disquieting scenes that stuck with the viewers.
Meaning
The term disquieting describes something that makes you feel unsettled or troubled.
Synonyms
  • Disturbing
  • Unsettling
  • Worrisome
  • Alarming
  • Uneasy