Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
perturbation
noun
/pərˌtərˈbāSHən/
Definition
A state of mental or emotional disturbance.
Examples
- The sudden perturbation in his routine made him feel anxious.
- Scientists studied the perturbation of the planet’s orbit caused by the nearby star.
- Her perturbation was evident when she heard the unexpected news.
Meaning
Perturbation refers to a change or disturbance in a system, environment, or state that causes anxiety or confusion.
Synonyms
- disturbance
- upset
- disruption
- agitation
- confusion
