disconcert

/dɪskənˈsɛrt/

Definitions

1. verb

to cause (someone) to feel confused or disordered in their thoughts or feelings

“Her nerves were disconcerted by the sudden noise.”

2. verb

to cause (something) to be in a state of disarray or disorder

“The team’s plans were disconcerted by the opposition’s new strategy.”

3. noun

a feeling of confusion or disorder

“The disconcert of the crowd was palpable after the accident.”

4. noun

an action or event that causes confusion or disorder

“The disconcert of the surprise party caught him off guard.”

Synonyms

  • confuse
  • disrupt
  • rattle
  • unbalance

Antonyms

  • concert
  • coordinate
  • organize