CEFR C1

perturbed

adjective

Meaning

Feeling or showing anxiety, disquiet, or agitation.

Examples

She was visibly perturbed by the unexpected change in plans.
The sudden loud noise left the cat looking quite perturbed.

Synonyms: upset, troubled, anxious, disquieted, agitated

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perturbed (C1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /pərˈtɜːrbd/

Definition

Feeling or showing anxiety, disquiet, or agitation.

Examples

She was visibly perturbed by the unexpected change in plans.
The sudden loud noise left the cat looking quite perturbed.
He tried to hide his perturbed expression, but his trembling hands gave him away.

How to Use perturbed

perturbed by (prepositional phrase): Troubled or worried by something. — "The scientist was perturbed by the unexpected results of the experiment."
perturbed about (prepositional phrase): Worried or concerned about a particular issue. — "Many citizens were perturbed about the new policy changes."

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