Synonyms for
Disturbance
Definition
Disturbance means a disruption or interruption of something that is peaceful or orderly.
Synonyms & similar words
mentaldisturbance
hurlyburly
disruption
affray
interference
hoohah
mentaldisorder
fray
hooha
kerfuffle
psychologicaldisorder
noise
flutter
ruffle
todo
perturbation
upset
folie
commotion
disruption
turmoil
upset
agitation
commotion
disorder
noise
pandemonium
riot
tumult
unrest
chaos
confusion
disarray
distraction
fracas
hubbub
ruckus
stir
uproar
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- minor disturbance
- public disturbance
- disturbance of the peace
- unusual disturbance
- disturbance occurred
- disturbance in the force
- disturbance was caused
Word family
Usage note
A 'disturbance' often implies a disruption of peace or order, ranging from minor inconveniences to more serious events. It can refer to both physical disruptions and emotional distress.
Example sentences
- The barking dog caused a disturbance in the neighborhood.
- The loud music from the party was a disturbance to the neighbors.
- The teacher had to stop the class because of the disturbance in the hallway.
- The thunderstorm caused a disturbance in the power supply.
- The protest outside the building created a disturbance for the employees.
Quotes
One person's noise is another person's disturbance. - Tom Robbins
Disturbance is only a challenge to the equanimity of language. - Harold Bloom
The only way to get rid of my fears is to make films about them. - Alfred Hitchcock