discomfort (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /dɪsˈkʌmfərt/
Definition
A feeling of physical unease or mild pain, or a state of not being relaxed.
Examples
He felt a slight discomfort in his knee after the long hike.
The tight shoes caused considerable discomfort throughout the day.
She experienced a general discomfort from the humid weather.
How to Use discomfort
- discomfort from (prepositional phrase)
- The cause or source of the feeling of unease or pain. — "He suffered discomfort from the constant buzzing sound."
- discomfort in (prepositional phrase)
- The specific body part or situation where the unease is felt. — "She felt discomfort in her stomach after eating too much."
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