Words To Describe Fear And Anxiety

adjective causing anxiety or unease; upsetting

• The disturbing images from the crime scene were difficult for the investigators to process.
• I find it really disturbing when people chew with their mouths open.
• That horror movie was so disturbing, I couldn't sleep for days.
• The disturbing news cast a dark shadow over the community.

adjective causing one to feel anxious or uneasy

• The unsettling news of the economic downturn has caused widespread concern among investors.
• I find it unsettling when people stare at me for too long.
• That horror movie was so unsettling, it gave me the creeps.
• The unsettling feeling in the air made me uneasy, like a storm was brewing.