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disturbed
/dɪsˈtɜːbd/
verb
To confuse a quiet, constant state or a calm, continuous flow, in particular: thoughts, actions or liquids.
"A school of fish disturbed the water."
To divert, redirect, or alter by disturbing.
"A mudslide disturbed the course of the river."
To have a negative emotional impact; to cause emotional distress or confusion.
"A disturbing film that tries to explore the mind of a serial killer."
adjective
Showing symptoms of mental illness, severe psychosis, or neurosis.
Extremely alarmed; shocked.
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