Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
disturbance
Noun
/dɪˈstɜːrbəns/
Definition
The act of interrupting or interfering with normal activity.
Examples
- The sudden disturbance in the meeting caused everyone to lose focus.
- She was startled by the disturbance outside her window.
- Environmental disturbances can affect wildlife populations.
Meaning
Disturbance refers to any event that disrupts the usual state or calmness of something. It can pertain to noise, interruptions, or disruptions in environment or routine.
Synonyms
- Interruption
- Disruption
- Commotion
- Agitation
- Disturbance
