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disturbance
[dih-stur-buhns]
noun
the act of disturbing. disturbing.
the state of being disturbed. disturbed.
Synonyms: ,an instance of this; commotion.
Antonyms:something that disturbs.
an outbreak of disorder; a breach of public peace.
Political disturbances shook the city.
Synonyms: , ,Meteorology.any cyclonic storm or low-pressure area, usually a small one.
Geology.a crustal movement of moderate intensity, somewhat restricted in area.
disturbance
/ ɪˈɜːəԲ /
noun
the act of disturbing or the state of being disturbed
an interruption or intrusion
an unruly outburst or tumult
law an interference with another's rights
geology
a minor movement of the earth causing a small earthquake
a minor mountain-building event
meteorol a small depression
psychiatry a mental or emotional disorder
Other 51Թ Forms
- nondisturbance noun
- predisturbance noun
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of disturbance1
Example Sentences
Police said there had been "sporadic disturbances" in different locations on Sunday night but described it as a "reduced level of disorder".
There were "some sporadic disturbances" in parts of Northern Ireland on Saturday night, but at a much lower level than on previous nights, police have said.
He said that three young people were in court in Ballymena on Thursday and remanded into custody for "these disturbances".
Police were called at about 23:30 GMT to reports of the disturbance and found Mr Rivero unconscious on the pavement with a severe head injury and in cardiac arrest.
"The governor has the authority and ability to respond to the civil disturbances with law enforcement capabilities within his state, augmented as necessary by requesting law enforcement assistance from other governors," Manner said.
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