CEFR B1

disturbance

noun

Meaning

An interruption of a state of peace or quiet; a disruption.

Examples

The sudden noise caused a disturbance in the otherwise peaceful night.
Police were called to deal with a disturbance at the bar.

Synonyms: disruption, interruption, commotion, nuisance

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disturbance (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /dɪˈstɜːbəns/

Definition

An interruption of a state of peace or quiet; a disruption.

Examples

The sudden noise caused a disturbance in the otherwise peaceful night.
Police were called to deal with a disturbance at the bar.
He was arrested for causing a public disturbance.

How to Use disturbance

disturbance of (prepositional phrase): A disruption affecting something specific. — "The construction work caused a disturbance of the peace."
disturbance to (prepositional phrase): A disruption that affects someone or something. — "The storm caused a disturbance to the power supply."

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