disturbed
Translation
worried, upset, mentally ill
Examples
He seemed very disturbed by the news.
He seemed very disturbed by the news.
She works with emotionally disturbed children.
She works with emotionally disturbed children.
Grammar Patterns
disturbed ((by sth.)) worried or upset He seemed very disturbed by the news.
disturbed having mental or emotional problems She works with emotionally disturbed children.
Similar Words
Synonyms: worried, upset, anxious; Antonyms: calm, composed, peaceful
Etymology
The past participle of the verb 'disturb', used as an adjective.
Memory Tips
Imagine someone whose peace has been 'disturbed'; they are now in a 'disturbed' state.