Disconcert

Pronunciation: /dɪskənˈsɜrt/

Definitions of disconcert

verb to disturb the composure of; unsettle

Example Sentences

A1 The loud noise disconcerted the baby.

A2 She was disconcerted by the sudden change in plans.

B1 His unexpected question disconcerted the speaker during the presentation.

B2 The ambiguous instructions disconcerted the team, causing confusion.

C1 The politician remained composed despite the disconcerting accusations.

C2 The unsettling news disconcerted even the most seasoned journalists.

Examples of disconcert in a Sentence

formal The sudden change in plans disconcerted the entire team.

informal I must admit, his strange behavior really disconcerts me.

slang That weird noise coming from the attic really disconcerts me, dude.

figurative The unexpected turn of events disconcerted her, leaving her feeling lost and confused.

Grammatical Forms of disconcert

• past tense: disconcerted
• plural: disconcerts
• comparative: more disconcerting
• superlative: most disconcerting
• present tense: disconcert
• future tense: will disconcert
• perfect tense: has disconcerted
• continuous tense: is disconcerting
• singular: disconcert
• positive degree: disconcerting
• infinitive: to disconcert
• gerund: disconcerting
• participle: disconcerted

Origin and Evolution of disconcert

First Known Use: 1650 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'disconcert' originated from the Latin word 'disconcertare', which means 'to confuse' or 'to disturb'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'disconcert' has retained its original meaning of causing confusion or disturbance, but it has also come to be used in a broader sense to describe feelings of unease or discomfort.