unsettling (C1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈsɛtlɪŋ/

Definition

Causing feelings of uneasiness, anxiety, or disturbance; making someone feel less secure or comfortable.

Examples

• The strange dream left her with an unsettling feeling that lasted all day.

• There was something unsettling about the way he stared without blinking.

• The news report contained unsettling details about the recent events.

Synonyms of unsettling

Words with a similar meaning to unsettling:

• disturbing
• disquieting
• unnerving
• eerie

Antonyms of unsettling

Words with the opposite meaning to unsettling:

• calming
• reassuring
• comforting

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