Synonyms
Examples of discomfort in a Sentence
Noun
The patient is still experiencing some discomfort.
These new developments are being watched with discomfort by many of our allies.
Verb
the harsh criticism of his musical talent did not discomfort him in the least
Recent Examples on the Web
Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 24 Apr. 2024
People don’t want to feel pain or discomfort, which, unfortunately, is part of being human.
—Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 24 Apr. 2024
The area around the bite may become swollen and some people may experience mild pain or discomfort.
—The Arizona Republic, 23 Apr. 2024
The characters department also employs safety leads who regularly assess performers experiencing pain or discomfort while working.
—Christi Carras, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2024
Society has largely become more attuned to the discomfort that unwanted advances can cause, Finkel told me.
—Faith Hill, The Atlantic, 15 Apr. 2024
Some discomfort can come naturally from eyes drying out after focusing and staring at the eclipse for a long period, especially outdoors, Jacobsen said.
—Daniel Wu, Washington Post, 9 Apr. 2024
But Herro woke up feeling no worrisome discomfort after scoring 33 points in 48 minutes of Tuesday’s double overtime win in Atlanta.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 11 Apr. 2024
This is a draw for many who have experienced workplace discrimination, microaggressions and general discomfort working in traditional office settings.
—Jasmine Browley, Essence, 11 Apr. 2024
Noun
For You Fiber can help enhance your gut health and overall well-being, but increasing your fiber intake too quickly will lead to discomfort in your digestive system.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 24 Apr. 2024
People don’t want to feel pain or discomfort, which, unfortunately, is part of being human.
—Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 24 Apr. 2024
The area around the bite may become swollen and some people may experience mild pain or discomfort.
—The Arizona Republic, 23 Apr. 2024
The characters department also employs safety leads who regularly assess performers experiencing pain or discomfort while working.
—Christi Carras, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2024
Society has largely become more attuned to the discomfort that unwanted advances can cause, Finkel told me.
—Faith Hill, The Atlantic, 15 Apr. 2024
Some discomfort can come naturally from eyes drying out after focusing and staring at the eclipse for a long period, especially outdoors, Jacobsen said.
—Daniel Wu, Washington Post, 9 Apr. 2024
But Herro woke up feeling no worrisome discomfort after scoring 33 points in 48 minutes of Tuesday’s double overtime win in Atlanta.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 11 Apr. 2024
This is a draw for many who have experienced workplace discrimination, microaggressions and general discomfort working in traditional office settings.
—Jasmine Browley, Essence, 11 Apr. 2024
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“Discomfort.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/discomfort. Accessed 30 Apr. 2024.
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discomfort
1 of 2 verb
dis·com·fort
dis-ˈkəm(p)-fərt 
: to make uncomfortable or uneasy : distress
discomfort
2 of 2 noun
: physical or mental uneasiness
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