Unsettle

Verb

Definition: To cause someone to feel anxious or uneasy; disturb.

Synonyms: Disconcert, Perturb, Disturb

Antonyms: Calm, Soothe, Settle

Examples:
  • The unexpected news about her job loss unsettled her.
  • The loud noise from the construction work unsettled the baby.
Mnemonics:
  • Think of "unsettle" as the opposite of "settle," creating a sense of discomfort or uneasiness.

Etymology:

Origin:

Middle English word "unsettlen," which was formed by adding the prefix "un-" (meaning "not") to the word "settle."

Historical Usage:

The word has been used since the Middle English period to describe actions or situations that cause disturbance or uneasiness.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Unsettled nerves"

Explanation:

Refers to a state of anxiety or uneasiness.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing "unsettle" with "unsettled"

Explanation:

"Unsettle" is the verb form, while "unsettled" is the adjective form. They both convey a sense of uneasiness but in slightly different contexts.

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