What is another word for disturbing?
Pronunciation: [dɪstˈɜːbɪŋ] (IPA) 
Disturbing is a word that has many synonyms and can be used in various contexts such as to describe an unpleasant feeling, a troubling situation or even an unsettling image. The synonyms for disturbing include unsettling, disquieting, alarming, upsetting, bothersome, and distressing. Each of these words has its own connotation, such as disquieting suggests a feeling of anxiety, unsettling hints at causing unease, alarming implies shock or alarm, upsetting indicates a personal emotional impact, bothersome suggests irritation, and distressing denotes extreme sadness or discomfort. Depending on the context and intention, one can use these synonyms to convey the intended meaning more precisely.
